A new $178.2m Magistrates’ Court was yesterday commissioned in Anna Regina, Region No.2 as part of the judicial infrastructure expansion initiative which has seen a number other Courts being constructed, re-constructed or upgraded.
Speaking during the opening ceremony, Attorney General Anil Nandlall, said the opening of the new Court is another instaLlment of the Government’s push to ensure that the judiciary is able to function in a conductive environment.
He said the Government has taken a policy to ensure that persons are able to access justice from within their specific regions.
“Access to justice is as important as any other right or any other entitlement of the human being. Without justice, without law, without order nothing is possible. It is the rule of law that keeps us in a civilized society, none of the development that is taking place across the country can take place without the rule of law being in place,” Mr. Nandlall stated.
Mr. Nandlall said that the new Courts are built with modern facilities and upgraded technology aligned with global legal standards.
He noted notable progress in the areas such as digitised case management systems, remote hearings and e-filing options which are designed to support the infrastructural upgrades.
“This new Anna Regina magistrate’s court, joins a long list of court houses commissioned since the People’s Progressive Party Civic took office,” Mr. Nandlall said listing the number of courts and mobile courts established.
Meanwhile Acting Chief Justice Roxane George, said the new Court in Anna Regina represents a new milestone for the judiciary which has been transforming in recent years.
“I also want to acknowledge the Attorney General as you demonstrate your commitment and the commitment of the government to support the judiciary of Guyana in ensuring that the publics we serve continue to enjoy enhanced access to justice,” the Chief Justice noted.
The new Courthouse features a modern Courtroom, Magistrate’s Chambers, living quarters for the Magistrate and Court clerk among other staffers.
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