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AFC calls on PPP to return to Parliament for two-thirds extension vote in light of GECOM timeline

The Alliance For Change believes that now that the Chair of the Guyana Elections Commission has pronounced on a timeline for elections, the Opposition PPP should return to the Parliament to extend the life of the government. The Constitution of Guyana calls for elections to take place three months after the passage of a no-confidence […]

GMSA must share blame for “hooligan” protest at luncheon event -PNCR

The largest party in the coalition government is of the view that the Guyana Manufacturers and Services Association must share the blame for the “hooligan type” protest against the President during the GMSA luncheon on Thursday. Executive Member of the People’s National Congress Reform, retired Chief of Staff, Rear Admiral Gary Best at the party’s […]

Jagdeo wants elections in February itself

Leader of the Opposition Bharrat Jagdeo has indicated that he is disappointed with the end of February timeline for elections. The timeline was presented by the Chairman of the Guyana Elections Commission, Justice Claudette Singh to President David Granger on Thursday morning. At a Thursday afternoon press conference, Mr. Jagdeo said while he is disappointed […]

“Share the Road” campaign launched to encourage road safety

The Guyana National Road Safety Council has joined hands with the Kronoco Safety Solution company and ExxonMobil in a joint campaign to promote safer use of the country’s roads. Speaking at the launching of the initiative this morning, the CEO of Kronoco Solution Latoya Jack said the organisation was moved by the tragic death of […]

Bosai agrees to 7% salary increase for workers

One day of strike action was all that was needed for the Bosai Bauxite mining company at Linden to give in to the demands of workers. After initially offering the workers a 6% increase in their salaries for 2019 and a 6.5% increase for next year, the company increased that offer to 7% for 2019 […]

Allow Government of Guyana to Resolve issues…I am not in breach of Constitution -says Pres. Granger

In a response to a joint statement from the US, UK and EU missions in Guyana, President David Granger this afternoon declared that his government is not in breach of the Constitution and the Foreign Missions need to allow the Government of Guyana to resolve the political issues. The foreign diplomats in their statement said […]

US,UK and EU call on President to immediately set elections date; Claim Govt. now in breach of Constitution

In a joint statement today, the Diplomatic representatives of the United States, the United Kingdom and the European Commission issued a call for President David Granger to set a date for elections immediately. The joint statement came hours after the Chairman of the Elections Commission indicated to the President that the Commission will be ready […]