Nationwide survey coming to aid families with home construction, improvements
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has revealed that, very shortly, the Government will conduct a countrywide survey with the aim of identifying citizens who may need assistance in constructing their homes.
This is in keeping with a promise made by the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) on the campaign trail.
“If they are poor, if they’re at the low-income level and...
More transparent, efficient system being examined for tint permits, gun licences – Jagdeo
The Government is moving to streamline two of the most contentious licensing processes in Guyana: firearm licences and vehicle tint permits, as Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo revealed that up to 50,000 applications for gun licences are currently pending.
According to the Vice President, Guyana is facing a flood of requests for firearm licences, with between 30,000 and 50,000 applications currently...
Carpenter slapped with robbery under arms charge
A 25-year-old carpenter of Phase One Good Hope squatting area, East Coast Demerara (ECD), was on Thursday charged with robbery under arms.
Steve Anthony Lowe was arrested on September 29 by a rank from the Beterverwagting Police Station in connection with an armed robbery committed against Kumar Isree, a 29-year-old taxi driver of Bush Lot, West Coast Berbice. The incident...
GAWP reinforces standards with inspection at TSU Drill Square
The Guyana Association of Women Police (GAWP) on Thursday conducted an inspection at the Tactical Services Unit (TSU) Drill Square, Eve Leary, Georgetown, as part of ongoing efforts to maintain professional standards within the Guyana Police Force (GPF).
The exercise involved participation from various departments across the Force’s headquarters, reinforcing the association’s role in upholding discipline and professionalism among female...
Electrician charged for discharging loaded firearm
A 39-year-old electrician of South Ruimveldt, Georgetown, was on Thursday charged for the offence of discharging a loaded firearm in public.
Sherwin Critchlow appeared at the Friendship Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Tameika Clarke, where the charge was read to him. He pleaded not guilty, and was released on $450,000 bail. The matter was adjourned to November 11.
Production of hatching eggs gets major boost with Govt-Private Sector partnership
Hatching eggs are to receive a major boost, as Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has announced a significant investment in local production through a partnership between the Agriculture Ministry and the private sector.
The Minister revealed that a massive investment will be undertaken within the agriculture sector, with a key focus on hatching egg production.
“We are now moving to make a...
Reg 6 undergoing major transformation; residents urged to grab opportunities
Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) is entering a new era of infrastructural, educational, and economic transformation, with several major projects. These projects, particularly around Palmyra and Port Mourant, alongside the upgrading of the Corentyne highway corridor, promise to reshape the social and economic landscape for residents.
Palmyra is being developed into what is envisioned as a “mini-city” in Region Six. More...
PM Phillips highlights Guyana’s leadership in clean energy transition
– tells OLADE country remains dedicated to achieving low-carbon economy
Honourable Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips outlined Guyana’s actions and achievements under its Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030, while emphasising the Government’s commitment to a clean, just energy transition, strengthened regional cooperation, and continued global climate advocacy under the tenets of the Paris Agreement.
The Prime Minister made these...
Freed: Timothy Charles, also known as Leon De Young and Howard De Jonge
Solid Waste Manager of the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) Walter Narine has revealed that a recent late-night stakeout enforcement tactic on Wednesday has already led to some three arrests and fines for littering in Georgetown.
He revealed this ground-breaking effort to capture illegal dumpers to this publication in a recent telephone interview.
“So last night we caught three persons; I...
Murder accused freed for lack of evidence
Timothy Charles - also known by the aliases Leon De Young and Howard De Jonge - on Thursday saw his murder charge dismissed in the New Amsterdam Magistrate's Court when Magistrate Michelle Mathias upheld a no-case submission by his defence team, finding that the prosecution failed to present a prima facie case.
Charles had been charged in connection with the...