Politics

Works Ministry begins clearing of New Providence entrance of road side vending; Alternative area to be provided

The Ministry of Public Works today started the clearing of the entrance to New Providence roadway on the East Bank of Demerara of roadside vendors. A number of unoccupied stalls and structures were dismantled and removed, while food caravans and other vending structures were also removed. Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, told News Source […]

British High Commissioner reinforces importance of free press and human rights organisations

British High Commissioner to Guyana, Jane Miller has indicated that the United Kingdom remains committed to upholding human rights, and supporting the development of a free and democratic society in Guyana, including an independent press.  Speaking at a special reception to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, the British High Commissioner said the UK […]

Bar Association threatens action against legal imposters; Warns Attorneys about advertising services

Declaring that it has been monitoring and observing the advertising of legal services, particularly by persons who are not duly authorized to practice law in Guyana, the Bar Association of Guyana is threatening legal action to address the problem. In a statement, Secretary of the Association, Attorney Keoma Griffith said there has been an increase […]

Government and Opposition team up to pass new Trafficking in Persons legislation

The Government and Opposition found common ground in the National Assembly on Wednesday as they unanimously passed the Trafficking in Persons Bill, with stiff penalties including jail time to stem the crime. The legislation which was presented by Human Services Minister, Dr. Vindhya Persaud has several tough measures to curb trafficking in persons. During the […]

President promises better roads and infrastructure for East Coast community in LGE push

As local Government Elections approach, President Irfaan Ali is making the rounds in several communities across the country. On Wednesday, the President visited several communities on the lower East Coast including Plaisance, Vryheid Lust and Beterverwagting, with his plans to take development to those communities. Some the issues raised by those communities included the state […]

EU experts in Guyana to assist with electoral reform

European Union Ambassador to Guyana, Rene van Nes has announced that the EU remains committed to assist Guyana with its electoral reform plans and has brought in a team of electoral experts to assist Guyana with its reform of the electoral system. At Europe Day celebrations on Tuesday, Ambassador van Nes said “there are election […]