By Saskia Warrick The Sea and River Defence Bill has undergone significant amendments aimed at strengthening and enhancing the legislation to address present and future challenges. Video footage highlights the passage of the amended Bill, emphasizing the implementation of stiffer penalties for offenders. Given Guyana’s susceptibility to rising sea levels, the amendments focus on intensifying […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan & Nakasia Logan Chairman of the Democratic Governors Association, Tim Walz, has reiterated the United States’ backing for Guyana amidst escalating tensions with Venezuela over the Essequibo region. During an interview with Arick Wierson for Newsweek Magazine, Walz emphasized the importance of upholding global stability. Venezuela has persistently advanced its claims over […]
By Saskia Warrick Attorney General Anil Nandlall has expressed concern that the recent demands put forward by the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU) do not prioritize the wellbeing of teachers. In a recent statement, Nandlall highlighted the GTU’s proposal for an immediate 20% increase in salaries before further negotiations can proceed, alongside the recusal of the […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, revealed on the latest episode of ‘Parliamentary Agenda’ that the Arbitration Bill is slated for its second reading in the National Assembly this Friday. This legislative move aims to position Guyana as a prominent arbitration hub, potentially unlocking significant benefits for the nation. […]
By Samuel Gillis Attorney General Anil Nandlall has expressed no surprise at the Caribbean Court of Justice’s (CCJ) decision to involve the government in the ongoing case with ExxonMobil regarding an unlimited parent company guarantee for oil spills. Nandlall pointed out that as a signatory to the 2016 Production Sharing Agreement with ExxonMobil, the Guyanese […]
The Parliamentary opposition has thrown its unanimous support behind amendments to the Constitutional Reform Commission Amendment Bill. Attorney General Anil Nandlall informed the National Assembly that one of the amendments aims to rectify the numerical composition of members within the commission. The principal act, passed last year, established the Constitution Reform Commission to undertake the […]
Saskia Warrick The Government has firmly rejected an Opposition motion aimed at rescinding Resolution No. 35 for the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), emphasizing its commitment to accountability and transparency in parliamentary affairs. Opposition Member of Parliament Ganesh Mahipaul brought forward the motion in the House, seeking to overturn an amendment made to Standing Order 82 […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan The Georgetown Mayor and City Council (M&CC) faced renewed criticism from the ruling PPP/C party, with General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo accusing the council of neglecting the city’s infrastructure. Mayor Alfred Mentore’s claim that the government owed the council approximately $6 billion in rates and taxes was refuted by Dr. Jagdeo. Instead, […]
In response to the recent High Court ruling concerning the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU) matter, the government has announced its intention to file an appeal. Attorney General Anil Nandlall provided an update on this development, highlighting key details regarding the appeal process. During an episode of Issues in the News, Attorney General Nandlall confirmed that […]
By Josiah Williams At a recent forum organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the University of Guyana (UG), and the European Union (EU), Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira, underscored the critical importance of democracy in maintaining peace, stability, and economic development. Speaking at the ‘Democracy Talks’ series held at the […]