Sod turned for $178M Magistrate’s Court at Anna Regina
In yet another remarkable development for the township of Anna Regina, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), residents witnessed the momentous sod-turning ceremony for the $178.2 million Magistrate’s Court on Monday.
This groundbreaking project is set to revolutionise the judicial landscape of the region.
The building will house a courtroom, Magistrates’ chambers, living quarters for a Magistrate and a clerk of court, washroom facilities, parking facilities, and a perimeter fence. The court will deal with cases arising from Pomeroon to Supenaam.
Attorney General (AG) and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, SC; Chancellor of the Judiciary, Yonette Cummings-Edwards; acting Chief Justice, Roxane George, Regional Chairperson, Vilma De Silva among other stakeholders during the sod-turning event
The contract was awarded to Satar Mohamed and Sons Construction and Hardware Supplies with a timeline of 12 months to complete the project.
The ceremony was attended by an impressive team of officials, including members of the Judiciary, Guyana Lands & Surveys Commission, and regional officials along with the project’s consultants and contractors.
Attorney General and Legal Affairs Minister, Anil Nandlall emphasised the need for a modern justice system not only in Region Two but throughout the country. He added that the Government is fully dedicated to making substantial investments to enhance the judicial system.
Construction has commenced on the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court
The AG stated that the new court is a symbol of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Government’s unwavering commitment to further invest in the judicial and legal systems, while adding that it underscores the Government’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring equal and accessible justice throughout our entire nation.
Regional Chairperson, Vilma De Silva engaging with Attorney General and Legal Affairs Minister Anil Nandalall, and Chief Justice Roxane George
“Our Government is committed to working together with the Judiciary to access equal and easy access to justice to all the people in Guyana,” he said
Delivering the feature address, Chancellor of the Judiciary (ag), Justice Yonette Cummings-Edwards highlighted the significant steps taken to remove obstacles to justice, by bringing it closer to the people.
She expressed gratitude to the Attorney General for assisting in securing the plot of land and more so, to the Government for financing the project.
She outlined that following the identification of the plot of land, a Certificate of Title was acquired and plans were put in place for construction.
Meanwhile, Chief Justice Roxane George during a brief remark emphasised that their purpose is to serve the people of Guyana with the highest standard.
She also highlighted that the construction of the building will prioritise the comfort of their staff, enabling them to serve the people effectively and efficiently.
“That is what we are committed to do… serve the community, the people in the region and the township. We look forward to your support and will continue to partner with you…so we will work entangle with the community and you will work entangle with the court to serve the people in the region,” the Chief Justice added.
The court’s completion will not only enhance the legal infrastructure but also contribute to the overall development and prosperity of the township. (Raywattie Deonarine)
