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PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo Highlights Government’s Efforts to Enhance Procurement Transparency

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  • September 10, 2024

In a recent press conference, PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo underscored the government’s ongoing commitment to improving transparency within Guyana’s procurement system. Dr. Jagdeo detailed the measures being implemented to address issues and enhance the integrity of procurement practices. Dr. Jagdeo emphasized that despite the challenges, the government is dedicated to advancing the procurement […]

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Jagdeo: Opposition’s Efforts to Distract Guyanese Will Not Succeed

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  • September 10, 2024

PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has criticized the opposition for attempting to divert attention from the significant progress made by the government since it returned to power in 2020. Speaking at a press conference, Jagdeo emphasized that these tactics would ultimately fail, as the government’s focus on improving public infrastructure, healthcare, and education continues […]

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Legal Actions Imminent Against NDCs for Illicit Property Transactions

By Saskia Warrick The Attorney General, Anil Nandlall, has announced that legal actions will soon be taken against Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) involved in the illegal sale and rental of public properties. Nandlall issued a stern warning to Councilors to cease these unauthorized activities immediately. Reports have surfaced indicating that some NDCs are engaged in […]

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46th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference Opens in Georgetown to Tackle Global Challenges

By Josiah Williams The 46th Conference of the Caribbean, the Americas, and the Atlantic Region of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) began today in Georgetown, Guyana, bringing together Parliamentarians and Clerks from across 12 states. This important gathering aims to strengthen democratic institutions and address key global challenges. At the opening ceremony, held at the […]

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PPP/C Rejects M&CC Proposal for Reduced Rates for Political Parties

By Saskia Warrick The People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) has strongly opposed the recent decision by the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) to grant a reduction in rates and taxes for political parties. The council, led by a majority of APNU members, approved a reduction to 25 percent of the valuated rate for political entities, […]

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VP Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo Dismisses Opposition Leader’s Claims of Discrimination in Road Construction

Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has responded to accusations of discriminatory practices related to the construction of the four-lane road along the railway embankment on the East Coast of Demerara. Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton had claimed that the government was favoring certain areas, suggesting discrepancies between the originally planned road width and the actual construction […]

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Local Development Politics

Jagdeo Criticizes AFC Leader’s Shifting Position on Oil Revenue Allocation

By Samuel Gillis PPP General Secretary and Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has criticized AFC Leader Nigel Hughes for his inconsistent approach to the allocation of oil revenues for direct cash transfers to citizens. Hughes had previously advocated for legislation that would enable all Guyanese to receive direct monetary transfers from oil profits, initially proposing […]

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AG Defends Exclusion of Opposition Politicians from National Toshaos Council Conference

By Samuel Gillis Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, defended the exclusion of two opposition politicians from the National Toshaos Council (NTC) Conference, stating that it was legally justified. Addressing the NTC conference on Thursday, Nandlall emphasized that the NTC has the legal authority to determine who may attend their closed-door meetings. […]

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Jagdeo Claims Political Sabotage in Teachers’ Benefits Debate

During a press conference today, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the PPP and Vice President of Guyana, criticized members of the Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) who have questioned the adequacy of the recently signed benefits package for teachers. Jagdeo alleged that criticisms from some GTU members, including General Secretary Coretta McDonald, were politically motivated. […]

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President Ali Defends Government’s Right to Respond to Toshaos’ Criticism

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has emphasized that while Toshaos are free to voice their concerns and criticize the government, it is equally important for the government to respond and defend its policies without facing undue backlash. In an interview with the Newsroom, President Ali addressed recent claims that the government was attacking Toshaos who disagreed […]

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