Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has criticized the Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) for its alleged lack of accountability and credibility, highlighting concerns about the union’s financial management practices. According to Dr. Jagdeo, the GTU has collected billions of dollars from teachers over several decades but has not undergone auditing procedures. The last audit, he claims, […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan The government has leveled accusations against the opposition, alleging a “personal vendetta” against acting Commissioner of Police, Clifton Hicken. Attorney General Anil Nandlall specifically referenced the recent dismissal of a lawsuit challenging the retirement age of Hicken, which was thrown out by the High Court. Speaking during his weekly program ‘Issues in […]
In the initial days of Guyana’s presidency over the United Nations Security Council, the nation has initiated a mission to oversee Colombia’s peace plan. Guyana’s High Representative for the United Nations Security Council and Foreign Secretary, Robert Persaud, confirmed the commencement of this mission today. The Associated Press reported on Tuesday that Colombia’s government and […]
In a significant development, the Committee of Supply of the National Assembly has approved the 9 billion dollars allocated for the development of indigenous communities, as presented during the January 15 budget presentation. This substantial funding underscores the government’s commitment to supporting the growth and progress of indigenous people in Guyana. Of the approved funds, […]
The National Assembly’s Committee of Supply has initiated the examination of budgetary estimates for the fiscal year 2024, focusing on several constitutional agencies. The review includes projected revenue estimates and expenditures. During the examination, the allocation to the Office of the Leader of the Opposition was approved. Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Texiera, […]
Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, the General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), responded to a recent opinion piece critical of the budget, describing it as “misguided.” The article, published in Kaieteur News on January 25, questioned the government’s approach to a “minimum threshold” for a decent life in Guyana, particularly in the context of the […]
In the final day of the 2024 budget debates, Dr. Asha Kissoon, the parliamentary representative of the small parties’ joinder list, made her maiden presentation, expressing her support for the budget while offering constructive suggestions for enhancement. Dr. Kissoon, who is a medical doctor practicing in the health sector, welcomed the allocation to the health […]
As Budget 2024 discussions continue, Opposition MP Beverly Alert has emphasized the need for effective monitoring of the significant financial allocations to various sectors. Alert believes that the focus should be on ensuring value for money, especially in major investments in infrastructure, healthcare, human services, and education. She expressed concern about the results of investments […]
The budget debate has entered its fourth day, with the opposition continuing to assert that the budget lacks sufficient provisions for vulnerable members of society. In the latest session, the APNU/AFC shadow for human services, Natasha Singh-Lewis, raised concerns about child abuse cases and the limited number of social workers and childcare officers across the […]
In the ongoing budget debates, Opposition MP Hamraj Rajkumar and Government MP Faizal Jaffarally engaged in a heated exchange regarding the coverage of educational needs for citizens. Opposition MP Hamraj Rajkumar expressed disappointment with the government’s budget, alleging that it fails to meet the educational needs of every citizen. He specifically mentioned the absence of […]