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EDITORIAL HOPING FOR A BETTER 2019 T h e N e w Ye a r i s u p o n u s . J u s t a b o u t e v e r y b o d y i s h o p i n g f o r a b e t t e r y e a r. I t i s s a i d t h a t t h e o l d e r o n e g e t s , i t appears that the year grows shorter. It seemed as though 2018 had just begun. The saying that time flies has merit. In Ancient Roman religion and m y t h o l o g y, J a n u s , n a m e d a f t e r t h e m o n t h o f J a n u a r y, i s d e p i c t e d a s t h e G o d o f t w o f a ces, one that looks back and the other looks to the future. Janus presided over the beginning and the ending of conflicts, which in effect symbolizes change and transition over time. It also expresses the need for people to be conscious of those events in society that have altered reality or have transformed their lives. Looking back, 2018 has been a year of many ups and downs with uncertainty for s o m e a n d s m o o t h s a i l i n g f o r o t h e r s . But through it all, we have persevered. The defeat of the government in the no-confidence motion in Parliament on December 21 has shocked the nation to its core. However, unlike some other nations, we are truly a resilient people and our resilience and perseverance have helped us through the ages. The past few days should be instructive for re-shaping our lives and planning a new d i r e c t i o n . A s a n a t i o n , w e m u s t look back in order to understand what the future holds for us; the glory and the grief we have experienced; the terrible loss of lives we have endured; the incredible gains made and the extraordinary achievements of science and technology. The government has made some mistakes; it must strive to achieve excellence in the N e w Ye a r. B u t a t t h e s a m e t i m e , we must hold the government to its promise to be transparent and accountable to the people. We must also commend the government for getting rid of twenty-three years stench and garbage in the city, creating four new municipalities (Bartica, Mahdia, Mabaruma and Lethem) and holding Local Government Elections twice in three years after an absence of two decades. The year 2018 was one of personal tragedy for those who lost loved ones to gun v i o l e n c e , t r a f f i c a c c i d e n t s , s u i c i d e and other mishaps. It was also a tough year for the poor and for many others to transition from the fear and the negative feelings that once engulfed the nation, to being positive with confidence and hope today. I n t h e N e w Ye a r, w e m u s t e n d t h e i l l s i n s o c i e t y, i n c l u d i n g v i o l e n c e a g a i n s t w o m e n a n d c h i l d r e n , d r u g a n d a l c o h o l abuse, and crime and gang violence which continue to affect our communities. In Georgetown and other areas of the country, crime has reduced many, mostly the elderly to almost a subhuman-like existence as they cower behind iron bars on their doors and windows for their safety. Police statistics show that crime has reduced, but many still are not convinced. In 2018 as in previous years, Guyana lost some of its best and brightest due to m i g r a t i o n t o g r e e n e r p a s t u r e s i n t he Caribbean and North America. Original thinkers who loved Guyana and did much to propel it forward, have left a huge void in the country and the public sphere of ideas and debates. To d a y, w i t h o i l o n t h e h o r i z o n , a n d g e n e r a l e l e c t i o n s p e n d i n g , G u y a n a ’s politics is combative, its economy is s t r u ggling, prices for its commodities on the world market have fallen, the national debt has risen, and unemployment continues. H o w e v e r, t h e p o s s i b i l i t y e x i s t s f o r a bright and prosperous future in 2019, but o n l y i f w e u n i t e a n d w o r k t o g e t h e r.
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The Speaker correctly ruled that the “motion is carried” DEAR EDITOR, Strange thing to say that on this matter of the legality/validity of the December 21st no-confidence motion, I fully concur with Ralph Ramkarran, S.C and Anil Nandlall! The Speaker correctly ruled that the “motion is carried”. Attorney Nigel Hughes cannot be right. Our constitutional jurisprudence, as I will show, rejects, and does not countenance, that Hughesian approach, in the real life setting of our National Assembly. For, what is 33 votes out of 65, if not a majority? And the inherent fallacy about a majority being 34 votes (as argued by Hughes) is that it is based on, that false, incompetent, and inadmissible premise about the addition of one (the plus 1) to what is already (even mathematically) a number (i.e. 33) that is higher/greater than half; and is not half of 65 seats/votes. I start my considered rejection of that 34 votes requirement argument with this question: if 33 votes is not a “majority” in terms of article 106, then what is it? Plainly, and surely, it is not a
minority of votes; nor a tie. And if it is not some minority, then by any standard of logic and/or common sense, it can only be a majority, for on a true interpretation of “majority”, it is used by the draftsman in contradistinction to minority. Any other notion must be voodoo arithmetic or voodoo constitutionalism, and faces a certain demise in a learned Court of Appeal; emphatic rejection at the Caribbean Court of Justice. In the Interpretation And General Clauses Act Cap 2:01 (which by reason of article 232(9) applies in the interpretation of the Constitution) Parliament in section 32 made provision as to “power of majority”. Not the slightest hint of any complexity defying our understanding of “majority” appears in section 32. Indeed, the simplicity of its popular understanding must have been taken by the draftsman to be so axiomatic, and given, that he saw no need to define it with the introduction of complexity. I turn now to the British anomaly, the Theresa May (Prime Minister), No-
confidence, so-called international view about the need to secure 159 out of 315 votes to secure a British majority. I would emphatically reject that position as useless, and inadmissible and unreliable for the purpose of interpreting article 106 (6) “majority” wording in our Constitution on these grounds: (a) that British position is extra constitutional (b) it is not some judicial/case law precedent of the House of Lords of England; and (c) to the extent it is presumably based on British parliamentary practice, it is not necessarily some reliable guide as to an interpretation of article 106(6), and if inconsistent with article 106 (6), accordingly void for inconsistency with our supreme law - the Constitution (article 8). And here is why it is forensically dangerous to rely on that British formula. In the case Adegbenro v. Akintola (1963), Viscount Radcliffe writing for the Privy Council in rejecting the notion of applicability of British practice in relation to the written (Continued on page 5)
It appears only with the support of the Opposition can the proceedings be revisited DEAR EDITOR, I have witnessed the controversy over the issue of majority votes in the National Assembly of Guyana. The National Assembly is the Highest Court in the land with its own procedures and system. The Speaker is likened onto a Superior Judge of the land, the Clerk of the National Assembly to the Registrar of the Court. The proceedings of the No-Confidence Motion has been debated and voted upon. The Speaker, the Superior Judge declared the Motion is carried on behalf of the Opposition and declared the Government has fallen, confirmed by the Prime Minister, a leader of Government’s business. The Clerk of Parliament being the Registrar confirmed the declaration of the Speaker, the Superior Judge and accordingly the Clerk (Registrar) of the National Assembly
sent out the certified Order of the National Assembly to the various relevant sources, in this case the Opposition Leader, the Prime Minister and other relevant entities. The National Assembly in my view is now functus officio and cannot revisit the Order made as it is now estopped from so doing. No Court of law can knock on the door and enter the National Assembly to regulate its functions and proceedings and therefore the Order of the Speaker as confirmed by the Clerk cannot be altered. It appears only with the support of the Opposition can the proceedings be revisited. Yours faithfully, J.T. Kissoon, Attorney-at-Law
Apparently these provisions of Article 64 of the Constitution have escaped the attention of competent authorities DEAR EDITOR, I am constrained to draw to the attention of interested persons the provisions of Article 64 of the Guyana Constitution which apparently have escaped the attention of competent authorities. Article 64 of the Guyana Constitution provides that “(a)ll questions as to membership of the National Assembly shall be determined by the High Court in accordance with the provisions of Article 163”. And in my respectful submission most of the questions, if not all of them, being controverted in discussions addressing the recent no confidence vote in the National Assembly, relate to the membership of this organ. In the premises, it would appear that the only legitimate option available to
the Government at this stage of developments is to invite the determination of the Court in an appropriate declaration. In this context, it appears to be the subject of an axiomatic assumption that in its determination the High Court will be required to address the issue of citizenship other than that of Guyana inuring to one or another member of the National Assembly and the consequences thereof. As concerns the alleged requirement of the Government to resign, I would wish to submit that such a course of action is uncalled for and, indeed, contrary to the relevant provisions of the constitution prescribed in Article 106 (7) which provide that”(n)otwithstanding its
defeat (mentioned in subparagraph 6 hereof), the Government shall remain in office and shall hold an election within three (3) months or such longer period as the National Assembly shall by resolution supported by not less than two thirds of the votes of all the elected members of the National Assembly determine, and shall resign after the President takes the oath of office following the election. Consequently, it is in the nature of conduct assimilable to a public mischief to require at this stage of developments the resignation of the Government and which in well-functioning democracies would be likely to attract condign sanctions. Yours Sincerely Professor Justice Duke Pollard
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The Attorney General is willing to violate the constitution to stay in power DEAR EDITOR, The job of an Attorney General, the world over, is to uphold the law and the constitution. On December 31st, Attorney General Basil Williams held a press conference in which he shamelessly describes how he intends to violate the very constitution he should be protecting, in order to stay in power. In an effort to justify government’s refusal to resign and call new elections after being defeated in the noconfidence motion brought against the Granger Administration by the Leader of the Opposition, Williams described in detail, the method by which this caretaker government plans to stay in office illegally. Editor, forgive the lengthy quotation that follows, but it is important for your readers to examine the state of mind of a man who wields enormous power in drafting laws we all must live by. His scheme is to get the Speaker of the National Assembly to reverse his ruling on the no-confidence motion, giving legitimacy to a corrupt,
visionless regime that seems desperate now to cling to power and wealth. In response to a question during the press conference, the caretaker Attorney General said, “The Speaker has pre-eminence when he presides in the Parliament, and he’s really only limited to ensuring that he doesn’t infringe constitutional provisions. But you will remember that we are responsible for all internal business, internal procedures etc. And in that Parliament when Mr. Raphael Trotman was the Speaker, you would recall that we did all kinds of magic. We discovered a lot of things in that Parliament. And one was, that you can change anything in the rules by simply amending the super Standing Order… Standing Order 112 which we used to amend the rest… So, we can change anything. There’s a provision that you can’t bring back the same issue. All we have to do is to change the Standing Order or something like that… The Speaker has the ability to reverse his decision… The Speaker can make a ruling without the matter going to
the floor as Mr. Trotman did in the Rohee case when we were saying that he should not speak in Parliament in 2013. He (Speaker, Raphael Trotman) did not even come out and sit in his chair, he sent out his ruling… and you must recall that rulings of the Speaker are not debated. So that all we require, is a ruling.” The Attorney General was not exactly truthful, as he failed to tell the press that on March 01, 2013, Chief Justice (ag) Ian Chang ruled that the Motion which gagged the then Home Affairs Minister from speaking for a period of nine months, was wholly wrong, unconstitutional and outside the power of the National Assembly. But let’s examine Standing Order 112 which deals with the suspension of Standing Orders. It reads: “Anyone or more of these Standing Orders may, after notice, or with the leave of the Speaker, be suspended on a motion made by a Member at any sitting.” But this Standing Order cannot be activated in isolation. Standing Order 26 (e) is (Continued on page 6)
Puncturing the lungs of the planet DEAR EDITOR, Brazil’s new president, Jair Bolsonaro, has launched an assault on environmental and Amazon protections with an executive order transferring the regulation and creation of new indigenous reserves to the agriculture ministry – which is controlled by the powerful agribusiness lobby. The move has sparked serious concern for indigenous leaders, who feel it threatened their reserves, which make up about 13% of Brazilian territory, and marked a symbolic concession to farming interests at a time when deforestation is rising again. Although it was expected from this president, no one thought it would come so quickly. It is disheartening to witness the signing
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of an executive order by the President of Brazil that can cause a dismantling of the Amazon and its inhabitants, especially indigenous people. This move can cause serious damage to the entire plant, since the Amazon is considered to be the lungs of the planet. Guyana has been the champion of protecting the rainforest and its inhabitants. Guyana has a strong voice in protecting the environment, since we share the remnants of the Amazon. I urge every Guyanese and most especially leaders, churches and organizations in the hinterlands, to raise an active voice against this decision to dismantle the Amazon. Yours faithfully Kevin Ram
The Speaker correctly ruled that the... From page 4 Westminster model Nigerian Constitution (our 1980 Constitution is also based on the Westminster model) wrote relevantly thus - “Another argument has been advanced to the effect that the Nigerian constitutions are modelled on the current constitutional doctrines of the United Kingdom. While it may well be useful on occasions to draw on British practice or doctrine in interpreting a doubtful phrase whose origin can be traced… it is in the end the wording of the constitution itself that is to be interpreted and applied and this wording can never be overridden by the extraneous principles of other constitutions which are not explicitly incorporated in the formulae that have been chosen as the frame of the constitution” [ (1963) 3AII ER544 at page 551] A most poignant passage indeed. I submit that there is nothing doubtful about the phrase “the vote of a majority…” in article 106 (6). I submit further that this British method of adding one falls within Viscount Radcliffe’s memorable phrase “extraneous principles”, which is not explicitly incorporated in the formulae “a majority of all the elected members of the National Assembly…” that has been chosen by our Constitution framers. It leads to bizarre consequences. If the learned Attorney’s proposition be right, then this majority by one seat APNU+AFC Government could, ex hypothesi, have never validly passed any Bill, did validly pass any Bill by its bare majority of one vote. Who in this Government believes, and accepts that the Government is under such a legislative disability? It is difficult to agree that the word “majority” in article 106(6) was intended by the draftsman
to have different meaning, and method of calculation; rather than internal consistency, where it appears in different articles of the Constitution. “Majority” in article 106(6) is not sui generis. Readers, pause, and think: If 33 seats (which translates into 33 votes) was both necessary and sufficient for the purposes of the very election of a government, (article 177) would the Constitution require the extraordinary formality and difficulty of 34 votes to enable a 33 seats elected government to be defeated. Putting it colloquially – if 33 can get you into government; 33 can get you out (unless there be some extraordinary constitutional imperative for more than is necessary to get into government in the very first place). This Hughesian approach stirs many curiosities which space does not permit me to elucidate on. But in a nutshell, Parliament expresses itself by its own mathematical formulae where in these matters it considers it necessary as in section 97 of the Representation of the People Act, Cap. 1:03 and in article 177(3) of the Constitution. Editor, the truth about all this hype about 34 votes, is that by a somewhat Hughesian illogicality. constitutional context is ignored, and extravagant artificiality and arbitrariness of extra constitutionality encouraged. The case of Knowles V. Zoological Society of London (1959) 1 WLR 823 offers a workable interpretation of “majority” in uneven membership (11 out of 21). En passant, I do not share the confidence of Counsel as to the applicability (even analogously) of the Vanuatu, or Anguilla cases. The Vanuatu case was on its special facts of an even number (52) member Parliament, rightly decided. It is patently distinguishable from our odd/
uneven 65 member Parliament, where you do not need to add (plus 1) to 33 which is per se already a majority, unlike the Vanuatu case where 26 (i.e. 52 ÷ 2 to get half) was a mathematical tie (a tie is not a majority) and so the number 1 was naturally needed to be added to 26 to arrive at a majority of 27 out of 52. To apply the Vanuatu case to out 65 odd/uneven membership is to misapply it. And I am curious as to whether the principle of functus officio does, or does not, apply to the Clerk and Speaker. And further I say not. In his Sunday Column, Ramkarran, S.C quoted and made much of article 106(7) provision as to the three months window for resignation and Election, but deliberately did not quote after three months the words “or such longer period”. Surely, those words are not some mere surplusage, nor are they tautologous in the constitutional Scheme of things. So why their deliberate suppression? (Read my letter in GC, December 25 “Resignation now by this Government is not some fait accompli”). I end with this: I fear that this Government could unwittingly be persuaded, and distracted, by a tangled web of deceit, trickery and missteps, from the pursuit of sound constitutional stratagem to ensure its continuation beyond three months. That three months limit is what the Jagdeo Opposition, and other government haters want, come hell or high water. This is an epic matter. It calls for an epic solution. If we on the Government side fiddle (like Nero did while Rome burned), unwittingly opening up Pandora’s box of illegitimacies, we do so at our own peril. Maxwell E. Edwards
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Share the Cake! Now is the time to work together as one for the benefit of all Guyana DEAR EDITOR, It is almost two weeks into that 90-day period! The name Charrandass is a dead cert in the school history books of Guyana’s children of the future. The history books will have a settled judgement as to whether the MP’s vote was one of conscience or of greed and opportunism, or indeed reflective of an underlying, simmering disenchantment amongst some Coalition partners’ members. It is widely perceived by members of the Guyanese public, that with the clear exception of our President and a mere handful of others, a general arrogance prevails in the public attitudes of those in the highest positions in public office today, just as prior to 2015. Whatever may be the t r u e m o t i v a t i o n o f M r. Charrandass Persaud, the dramatic events of Friday 21st December 2018 should be seen as very instructive as to the desirability that Coalition partners treat each other with the basic mutual respect with which functioning family members treat each other. That approach would promote and facilitate more transparency and meaningful discussion within the Coalition membership and thus lessen or even eliminate the kind of simmering disenchantment that might have been the catalyst for the MP’s actions. Coalition government ought to be regarded as a practical step towards unity of national political purpose. Coalition government is a
good thing for Guyana as we hopefully transition to a system, enshrined in the Constitution, whereby there are guarantees that political power and financial benefits will be shared fairly by all Guyanese in accordance with transparent and straightforward criteria. I echo the cry of Sase (KN, 29/12/2018, p.6) to “Save Guyana Now” – although in so doing, I lend no weight to Sase’s conclusion unaccompanied by any reasoning that: “any attempt to use any convoluted argument to claim that in this case of voting, 33 is not greater than 32….” This conclusion by Sase does not give any indication whatsoever that he understands or has even read the contrary legal argument. I also take the citing by Sase of an unfortunate utterance of the Minister of Health, implying thereby that the Minister’s expressed sentiments explain the government’s “[refusal] to employ the best talent from around the world”, as no more than a well-timed opportunistic dig at the Coalition. The Minister subsequently apologized publicly. Sase is however spot-on for the remainder of his piece. We simply must find a way to work together. As a nation we have too many riches to protect for our generations to come – and for the world in relation to our role in the ecosystem – to allow ourselves to be distracted by internal squabbling. The political opportunity we have here and
now to make purposive changes to the way we govern our country ought not to be missed. The Constitution that is bemoaned by parties in opposition but enjoyed by successive governments, should be the primary target for change, and will itself be the instrument wherein will reside the provisions of the Supreme Law of Guyana. The reality is that Guyana’s two numerically largest races comprise about 47% and 42% of the population, Indians and Africans respectively. A significant proportion of Guyanese are of mixed heritage between or with one of the two predominant races. This means that elections will always be close and results routinely disputed, despite the presence of international observers, given customary racial voting. A new system could, for example, have as its aim the creation of a cadre of five persons whose main qualifications would be: intelligence, humility, articulate manner and patriotism. These persons would have applied to and been interviewed and vetted by a special Public Commission. They would then be monitored by those of their peers and functional superiors as may be authorized to do so by secret Parliamentary committee, and also by way of analysis of generally-worded but thoughtful questionnaires completed randomly and anonymously by subordinates in her/his place of normal work and/or sphere of influence. After an election result is declared, one of the five would be elected by Parliament, to serve as President of Guyana. The President would be under a duty to execute the policies of the winning party or coalition – but will have significant powers to amend or overrule policy proposals if he or she could justify such divergence to Parliament.
Amongst the criteria for choosing the best candidate for President for a particular term of office, would be the candidate’s race, which, if considered necessary, could be constitutionally rotated either termly or every two terms. Once upon a time when British Guiana was a colony of Great Britain, two young intelligent patriots named Cheddi Jagan and Forbes Burnham, together campaigned passionately for our country’s indepen-
dence from colonial rule. That goal was achieved, but the old divide and rule tactics that had worked so well during slavery and again post-abolition when indentured Indians arrived, were deployed yet again post-independence – and again worked! Venezuela amongst others may be the next to benefit from our disunity, if we do not make it a priority to present a genuinely united front to the world. Once upon a time finan-
cial resources were scarce. Today we are on the very cusp of benefitting financially on a scale never before experienced or even envisaged in Guyana – indeed in most countries of the world period! There no longer exists in the Guyana context any rationale whatsoever for racial competition for scarce financial resources. Now is the time to do as Burnham and Jagan once did, albeit too briefly; work together as one for the benefit of all Guyana. Ronald Bostwick
The Attorney General is willing to violate... From page 5 unambiguous, it states: “In order that a motion may be admissible, it shall not receive discussion of a matter which has been discussed in the same Session” - meaning five years or the next Parliament. So, the no-confidence motion has not only been discussed, it was concluded with a vote taken and a letter sent to the Mover of the Motion, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, confirming it was carried. On December 21, 2018, the government fell. The Speaker has no authority to go against Parliamentary procedures. Standing Order 26 (e) prevents the Parliament from reviewing a matter that has been concluded by a vote in the same Session. Ironically, the Speaker had used this very Standing Order 26 (e) to deny my colleague Priya Manickchand from submitting a motion calling on the government to amend decisions regarding the imposition of VAT on goods and services in the education sector, as this was concluded in the House during the previous budget. The Speaker will therefore have a difficult time going against this and the precedent he has set himself. While Standing Orders can be suspended, the Standing Orders define how these amendments are to be tabled and automatically sent to the Standing Orders Committee and then returned to the
House for a decision . The Speaker has to make sure that this is not abused. Obviously, knowing the Speaker to be a stickler for the rules of the House, I can’t imagine government would be so barefaced as to expect that the Hon. Dr. Barton Scotland would be a willing participant to this devious scheme, one that would violate the Standing Orders and the very constitutional provisions he’s there to enforce. Wouldn’t this be asking the Speaker to put himself in a very compromising position? No doubt, government is relying on the Speaker because they cannot first go to the courts. If that happens, the Speaker will rule that the matter is sub juice, meaning that the matter is pending in court and therefore prohibited from discussion in the National Assembly. It is for this very reason that the Parking Meter Motion has not yet been debated in Parliament, because it is tied up in court for the last two years. Our democracy is now under threat by a bunch of desperate people who are clutching at straws for survival. Their action will cost them dearly at the polls. Already they have lost significant support; a severe backlash from all the unfulfilled promises made during the 2015 campaign; the firing of over 7,000 sugar workers that led to Charrandass’ conscience vote; all the scandals and corruption that have
been the hallmark of this Administration; the lack of jobs; the neglect of our youth; the ill-conceived comments made by Minister Volda Lawrence; the abuse of residents of the Hugo Chavez Centre and the ongoing corruption there; the displacement of market vendors and bus drivers; the parking meter fiasco; the decline of the our gold and foreign reserves; the controversial US$18 million Exxon Mobil signing bonus that is yet to be deposited into the consolidated fund; the hardships that Guyanese are now facing from over $60 Billion more in taxes each year; and the wasteful spending of taxpayers money on exorbitant salaries; the infamous pharmaceutical drug bond; the D’Urban Park white elephant; procurements of billions of dollars on drugs and pharmaceuticals without going to tender yet there are severe shortages across the country; private jets and the high life for government ministers. And I can list a lot more scandals and corruption but space would not permit me doing so. All this is done in the name of “good governance” while average Guyanese suffer, awaiting the elusive “good life” that never comes. In 2015, when we tried to warn the electorate that APNU is the same PNC that bankrupted the nation during the Burnham and Hoyte era, no one listened. And when we spoke of the super egos of Ramjattan and Nagamootoo, and their ultimate quest for power, rice farmers and cane cutters fell easy prey to their glorious empty promises. But don’t despair, hope is just around the corner, the silver lining behind the dark cloud. The People’s Progressive Party is committed to a better life for all Guyanese regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or gender. We’ve got the vision, the knowledge and the experience to provide quality leadership from day one. We will make this the best New Year you’ve had in a long time. This much I promise. Harry Gill PPP/C Member of Parliament
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GDF promotes 706 ranks In accordance with Part III Section 16 of the Defence Act 15:01 of 1977, the Chief of Staff Brigadier Patrick West, MSS, has announced the promotion of 706 other ranks of the Guyana Defence Force [GDF]. Heading the list of promotions is 17130 Substantive Warrant Officer Class Two Marvin Pilgrim who has been elevated in rank to Acting Warrant Officer Class One. Below is the list of promoted ranks: TO ACTING WARRANT OFFICER CLASS ONE 17130 Sub WO2 Marvin Pilgrim 17217 Sub WO2 Christopher Harmon 17335 Sub WO2 Dyanor Wilson 17535 Sub WO2 Hesley Craig 17549 Sub WO2 Brian Ferdinand TO SUBSTANTIVE WARRANT OFFICER CLASS TWO 18570 AgWO2 Lawrence Assanah 18678 Ag WO2 Eon Winter 19617 Ag WO2 Cleveland O’Brian TO ACTING WARRANT OFFICER CLASS TWO 18070 ATW WO2 Rudolph George Moore 18875 ATW WO2 Mirza Shah 17441 Sub SSGT Garfield Brown 18939 Sub SSGT Odellie Dos Santos TO SUBSTANTIVE STAFF SERGEANT 18675 Ag SSGT Sherwin Whinfield 19119 Ag SSGT Odell Skeete 19233 Ag SSGT Wavelyn Allicock 19684 Ag SSGT Nayol Lorimer 19748 Ag SSGT Ryan Scott 19983 Ag SSGT Oliver Fowler 20173 Ag SSGT Maurees Skeete
20717 Sub CPL Devon Robertson 20887 Sub CPL Dentre Tappin 21476 Sub CPL Kevin Moore 19101 Sub CPL Guy Nash 21526 Sub CPL Randolph Harry 21682 Sub CPL Rock Watson 19839 Sub CPL Russhel Cuffy 20238 Sub CPL Terry Evans 21700 Sub CPL Robert Chisholm 20500 Sub CPL Jairam Ramlakhan 20561 Sub CPL Trevette Saul 20831 Sub CPL Pablino Cupido 20882 Sub CPL Malissa James 20549 Sub CPL Michelle Holligan 20714 Sub CPL Carl Stephenson 20749 Sub CPL Delon Young 21361 Sub CPL Rupert Perry 20765 Sub CPL Kevor Williams 21487 Sub CPL David Lindie 20867 Sub CPL Leon Younge 21097 Sub CPL Randy Bradshaw 21453 Sub CPL Diana Cantzlaar 21555 Sub CPL Shevanie Usher
TO SUBSTANTIVE SERGEANT 19264 Ag SGT Trevis Simon 20473 Ag SGT Dork Pompey 20682 Ag SGT Jancyah Cummings 19874 Ag SGT Sceion Flatts 19933 Ag SGT Mackelia Armstong 20490 Ag SGT Quasy Douglas 19672 Ag SGT Dewayne Stephens 20722 Ag SGT Kevon Smith 19551 Ag SGT Colin Stephens 19972 Ag SGT Lloyd Hinds 20699 Ag SGT Robert Adams 19686 Ag SGT Winston Haywood 20006 Ag SGT Delon Gomes 20453 Ag SGT Juan Sobola Gonsalves 20676 Ag SGT Jason Liverpool 21501 Ag SGT Kelon Montrose 20580 Ag SGT Winston Sutherland 20650 Ag SGT Rawl Bancroft 20743 Ag SGT Leon Boston 20946 Ag SGT Lawrence Matheson 21185 Ag SGT Travis Sampson
TO SUBSTANTIVE CORPORAL 17999 Ag CPL Eusi Pellew 21601 Ag CPL Abdel Moses 18486 Ag CPL Prince Mc Rae 21007 Ag CPL Ashanti Carrington 22157 Ag CPL Lindon Simon 18820 Ag CPL George Murray 18965 Ag CPL Oslen Ollivierre 20017 Ag CPL Joseph Rahaman 21834 Ag CPL Devon Richmond 22155 Ag CPL Cargill Young 22464 Ag CPL Deryck McGarrel 22976 Ag CPL Collin Saunders 20956 Ag CPL Phillip Moore 19966 Ag CPL Rashileion Jai Singh 21394 Ag CPL Gordon Cornette 21960 Ag CPL Darren Samuels 21968 Ag CPL Mark Nedd 21990 Ag CPL Delroy Baird 21997 Ag CPL Trevor Pitt 21983 Ag CPL Carl Jefford 21053 Ag CPL Andre Fraser 21262 Ag CPL Lester Howard 21263 Ag CPL Hakeem Belle 21693 Ag CPL Andre Carmichael 21823 Ag CPL Troy Lewis 21882 Ag CPL Kevin Clifton 21932 Ag CPL Sevayne Paul 22082 Ag CPL Antoney Fordyce 22235 Ag CPL Marvin Morris 22259 Ag CPL Quancey Ferdinghan 21565 Ag CPL Donald Blair 22112 Ag CPL Ian Davis 22133 Ag CPL Wayne Richmond 22151 Ag CPL David Watson 22279 Ag CPL Lowell McPhoy 21497 Ag CPL Leon Parris 22849 Ag CPL Alex Williams 22906 Ag CPL Denzil Pile 22348 Ag CPL James Samuels 22555 Ag CPL Littleton Wilson 22652 Ag CPL Ayanna Melville 21855 Ag CPL Lucian Sam 21902 Ag CPL Tracey Rodney 22031 Ag CPL Andrealla Abraham 21909 Ag CPL Andy Rogers 21912 Ag CPL Latoya George 21086 Ag CPL Oneka Garnett 22622 Ag CPL Odessa Romeo 22641 Ag CPL Rodrick Bancroft 21989 Ag CPL Isaiah Bijadder 22716 Ag CPL Kerene Henery 22121 Ag CPL Jemaine Jacobs 23355 Ag CPL Letitia Myles-Montrose 22267 Ag CPL Dwayne Angel 22939 Ag CPL Alicia Jack
TOACTING SERGEANT 21372 ATW SGT Stephon Timothy 18697 Sub CPL Ryan Marcus 20419 Sub CPL Curt Zammett
TO ACTING CORPORAL / TO SUBSTANTIVE CORPORAL 20459 Sub LCPL Quawsi Holder 761 Sub LCPL Tyrone Peters
TO ACTING STAFF SERGEANT 17548 Sub SGT Christopher Alleyne 18191 Sub SGT Odinga Monker 20260 Sub SGT Calvin Downer 18622 Sub SGT Vernon Cummings 18851 Sub SGT Raymond Alexander 20263 Sub SGT Terrence Morris 21466 Sub SGT Adesini Benjamin 21514 Sub SGT Ralph Osborne 19721 Sub SGT Ornie Smith 19931 Sub SGT Deon Waldron 18668 Sub SGT Mark Smith 18827 Sub SGT Leon Martin 19085 Sub SGT Atto Cort 19332 Sub SGT Clinton Collins 19852 Sub SGT Devon Leitch 19431 Sub SGT Sherwin James 19642 Sub SGT Quincey Clarke 20376 Sub SGT Steve Punch 19619 Sub SGT Juluka Lambert 19678 Sub SGT Winston Couchman 19743 Sub SGT Bryan Caesar 19992 Sub Rodwell Hamblin 20157 Sub SGT Latisha Sampson 20211 Sub Treylon Sutton 20501 Sub SGT Jason Khan
TO ACTING CORPORAL 18687 Sub LCPL Andrew Dover 20427 Sub LCPL Sylvester Velloza 20704 Sub LCPL Jormin Griffith 21711 Sub LCPL Colwick Ward 21883 Sub LCPL Cowin Lopes 21974 Sub LCPL Kiffer Douglas 22079 Sub LCPL Leon Mootoo 22223 Sub LCPL Ackeem Hosannah 22229 Sub LCPL Kevin Wright 22454 Sub LCPL Ryan Jordon 22503 Sub LCPL Wendel Henry 22552 Sub LCPL Daniel Blair 22817 Sub LCPL Burnel Fraser 22828 Sub LCPL Noel Dunn 20478 Sub LCPL Fayne George 21643 Sub LCPL Dason Ryan 21653 Sub LCPL Adrian Montrose 21901 Sub LCPL Sheavon Mentis 22143 Sub LCPL Mark Stanley 22345 Sub LCPL Osaffo Ragubeer 22389 Sub LCPL Jairam Ramcharran 22544 Sub LCPL Ralph Gray 22612 Sub LCPL Anthony Morris 22650 Sub LCPL Andrasena Blackman 22708 Sub LCPL Victor Deputron 22771 Sub LCPL Jarel Shepherd 20624 Sub LCPL Joel Cort 21104 Sub LCPL Toyan Mannie 22025 Sub LCPL Felicia Wallerson 22161 Sub LCPL Alvin Jones 22944 Sub LCPL Fomba Ramsay 20804 Sub LCPL Dennis Lanferman 21327 Sub LCPL Orwin Cooper 22190 Sub LCPL Nord Wade 22305 Sub LCPL Clement Lynch 22707 Sub LCPL Teion Halley 21129 Sub LCPL Delroy Carroll 21376 Sub LCPL Denvor Embrack 21212 Sub LCPL Ingrid Inverary 21420 Sub LCPL Olana Grant 21511 Sub LCPL Roshena Newyear 22127 Sub LCPL Clyde Jacobs 22862 Sub LCPL Javed Dos Santos 21331 Sub LCPL Seon Rose 21336 Sub LCPL Hans Boyle 21337 Sub LCPL Nekoci Thomas 22828 Sub LCPL Noel Dunn 20478 Sub LCPL Fayne George 21643 Sub LCPL Dason Ryan 21653 Sub LCPL Adrian Montrose 21901 Sub LCPL Sheavon Mentis 22143 Sub LCPL Mark Stanley 22345 Sub LCPL Osaffo Ragubeer 22389 Sub LCPL Jairam Ramcharran 22544 Sub LCPL Ralph Gray 22612 Sub LCPL Anthony Morris 22650 Sub LCPL Andrasena Blackman 22708 Sub LCPL Victor Deputron 22771 Sub LCPL Jarel Shepherd 20624 Sub LCPL Joel Cort 21104 Sub LCPL Toyan Mannie 22025 Sub LCPL Felicia Wallerson 22161 Sub LCPL Alvin Jones 22944 Sub LCPL Fomba Ramsay 20804 Sub LCPL Dennis Lanferman 21327 Sub LCPL Orwin Cooper 22190 Sub LCPL Nord Wade 22305 Sub LCPL Clement Lynch 22707 Sub LCPL Teion Halley 21129 Sub LCPL Delroy Carroll 21376 Sub LCPL Denvor Embrack 21212 Sub LCPL Ingrid Inverary 21420 Sub LCPL Olana Grant 21511 Sub LCPL Roshena Newyear 22127 Sub LCPL Clyde Jacobs 22862 Sub LCPL Javed Dos Santos 21331 Sub LCPL Seon Rose 21336 Sub LCPL Hans Boyle 21337 Sub LCPL Nekoci Thomas 22365 Sub LCPL Derrol Cummings 22469 Sub LCPL Oakeley Mc Donal 22522 Sub LCPL Victor Low 22535 Sub LCPL Ivan Singh 22551 Sub LCPL Alston Mc Kenzie
22594 Sub LCPL Leroy Phillips 22630 Sub LCPL Terrence Neil 21303 Sub LCPL Daniella Castillion 21368 Sub LCPL Michael Hamer 21390 Sub LCPL Kathisia Jervis 22035 Sub LCPL Onica Lucius 22064 Sub LCPL Candacie Benjamin 22089 Sub LCPL Jemoul Chisholm 22722 Sub LCPL Colvis Sam 22927 Sub LCPL Carlesia Laundry 21584 Sub LCPL Julian Trapp 22060 Sub LCPL Yannic Willis 22068 Sub LCPL Treyon Hamilton 22203 Sub LCPL Trison Browne 22285 Sub LCPL Nigel Fraser 22524 Sub LCPL Terrence Nero 22748 Sub LCPL Trevor Abrams 22515 Sub LCPL Corbin McCammon 21871 Sub LCPL Kashif Archibald 21996 Sub LCPL Sylvester Paulino 22105 Sub LCPL Joel Augustus 22122 Sub LCPL Daniel Peters 20654 Sub LCPL Terry Fraser 21465 Sub LCPL Eon Bancroft 21765 Sub LCPL Ashanti Scott 21971 Sub LCPL Quincy Craig 22237 Sub LCPL Sean Phillips 22568 Sub LCPL Stephon Fredricks 22262 Sub LCPL Sheron London 21148 Sub LCPL Paul Stephens 21528 Sub LCPL Denroy Cumberbatch 22399 Sub LCPL Wayne Ross 22603 Sub LCPL Kevon Davis 22878 Sub LCPL Trevon Jeffers 22656 Sub LCPL Atricia Holligan 22696 Sub LCPL Keisha Todd 21950 Sub LCPL Shoundell Browne 22274 Sub LCPL Zoeanny Kyte 22495 Sub LCPL Alanto Watts 22495 Sub LCPL Rondell Garvin 22516 Sub LCPL Quaison Lyle 21105 Sub LCPL Ayanna Kyte 22654 Sub LCPL Shimeik Romain-Lewis 22308 Sub LCPL Neil Pike 23773 Sub LCPL Wayne Campbell 22795 Sub LCPL Brian Homles 22863 Sub LCPL Daniel Murray 22053 Sub LCPL Marlon Simmons 22074 Sub LCPL Akeem Nicholas 22246 Sub LCPL Annastasia Phillips 22264 Sub LCPL Altya Bernard 22452 Sub LCPL Xavier Payne TO SUBSTANTIVE LANCE CORPORAL 19024 Ag LCPL Orin Hinckson 21937 Ag LCPL Teddy Sukhram 22301 Ag LCPL Mark Johnson 22712 Ag LCPL Nigel Roberts 22790 Ag LCPL Germin Smith 23716 Ag LCPL Elvis Josiah 20673 Ag LCPL Devon Jacobs 21754 Ag LCPL Kenrick Thomas 22233 Ag LCPL Ackime Martin 22664 Ag LCPL Kester De Souza 22718 Ag LCPL Akeem Hoppy 22801 Ag LCPL Joel Braithwaite 22846 Ag LCPL Raphael Samuels 22847 Ag LCPL Dominique GonsalvesSabola 22851 Ag LCPL Chalwayn Semple 23059 Ag LCPL Carl Cummings 23182 Ag LCPL Jamal Johnson 23253 Ag LCPL Aluko Bess 23257 Ag LCPL Dwayne Johnson 23343 Ag LCPL Romario Julian 23690 Ag LCPL Randolph Marks 23730 Ag LCPL Eon Thomas 23764 Ag LCPL Trevon Isaacs 23815 Ag LCPL Joshua De Silva 23867 Ag LCPL Paul Peters 24001 Ag LCPL Kevin Roberts 24008 Ag LCPL Eucild Wright 22333 Ag LCPL Jerome Foulkes 22460 Ag LCPL Fredrick Goodman 22586 Ag LCPL Dimitri Charles (Continued on page 24)
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From page 7 did tell him because I knew of his military background that I could use some help, that I am worried. That stage, I had already decided that I will not support this government any longer.” The talks with Ramsaroop began a few days before the December 21 vote. “I said if this thing goes down this way, and I support it, I don't think I will be able to get out of Parliament alive. I knew the man's military capabilities. When I told him that, I said…look if I vote in favour of the motion, I think they will kill me. I am asking if you can help me out. “ T h e n e x t d a y, h e came to me and said, 'I can help you out.' And then we started working on what to do and how to do on how to get out of Parliament that night.” The lawyer said that leading up to the vote, and he really made the final decision the night before, it was sleepless nights for him. “…I knew that my life was in terrible danger…or would have been in terrible danger once that particular vote was taken. So I sought help. I could not trust Khemraj Ramjattan and his police so I did not depend on the Minister of Public Security. That is why I solicited Peter's help. He quite readily agreed to help me.” According to the former AFC official, who was known in Berbice for his TV programme also, he was taken by Ramsaroop down the back steps of the Parliament Building to a car. He insisted that he had booked his flights a while before, as before that no-confidence vote, VACANCY Chef, Assistant, Cook and night supervisor. Preferably carnegie trained. Call: 2257933/ visit 173 Sheriff Street Looking for a job & educational services? Contact The Job Centre 43 Croal & Alexander Street or call 600-8457/683-8765 1 experienced male sales attendant, stocktaking knowledge. 1 General domestic (3 days work) Apply @ Keyfood McDoom with recommendation. General Domestic with cooking experience for East Bank. #614-4358
he had planned to visit his family in Canada for the holidays, to see his grandsons. “I contacted (Minister) Amna Ally, the Chief Whip, who treats me like I am some school child. I contacted her to ask her when is the next sitting of Parliament after December 21. She told me… she replied to my text… so if she wants to doubt that I will present the texts to the world…that the next sitting would be the 3rd and 4th of January.” Persaud said that he explained to the Chief Whip he is planning to visit his family. “The vote of no-confidence was tabled and ventilated in Parliament, one week later. My flight was not an overnight booking thing to run away. What I did was secure myself as I was definitely afraid of the threat in Parliament…There was (Government MP) Jennifer Wade voice. Nobody can miss that…”Charrandass, you gun dead tonight”. Was I suppose to say that J e n n y, y o u j o k i n g w i t h Charran? That was a serious threat.” Another Government MP, Jermaine Figueira, was seen “hitting me…and cussing out. He subsequently apologized for un-parliamentary words and behaviour…and people want to buy that. The viciousness, the brutality of people in the high law-making body in the land was so brutal to me because I voted my conscience. I voted according to my conscience. That is what I did that night.” (To be continued)
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Guyana Police Force announces over 700 promotions Commissioner of Police, Leslie James, DSS, DSM yesterday announced the promotion of over 700 ranks of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) The advancements were approved by the Police Service Commission (PSC) and fall within the ranks of officers, inspectors and subordinate officers. Senior Superintendents Edgar James, Royston Andries-Junor and Paul Langevine were all promoted to Assistant Commissioners while Superintendents Phillip Azore, Adrin Simon, Michael Sutton and Woman Superintendent Charmaine Jones-Stuart, among others, rose to the ranks of Senior Superinten-
dents. Twenty-one Assistant Superintendents and Women Assistant Superintendents were promoted to Superintendents. Corporal Stephen Harris was the lone cadet officer for this year. Others areas of promotion include Chief Inspector, Inspector, Sergeant, Corporal and Lance Corporal. In his new year’s message, Commissioner James urged those promoted to “work collectively to advance the organization” which he acknowledged is at an important juncture in its history. He said it is anticipated that by the first quarter of 2019, “a much-re-formed force”
will be seen. Ranks were also reminded of the important role of the Guyana Police Force encapsulated in its mission statement. That is, “The Mission of the Guyana Police Force and its Auxiliaries is to serve all citizens and communities of Guyana in a professional, pro-active and accountable manner. To achieve this, we will work in partnership with communities, public agencies and private bodies to enhance and support an environment where all people are preventing crime and building a safer and secured Guyana.” Commissioner James noted that consulta-
List of Officers and Inspectors who were promoted (2019) To Assistant Commissioner
Johnson 18 Assistant Superintendent - Alistair Roberts 19 Assistant Superintendent - Ralph Park 20 Assistant Superintendent -Yonnett Stephen 21 Sergeant -Dorette Gibbons
13 Woman Inspector - Corine Marshall 14 Inspector- Alwin Hoyte 15 Woman Inspector - Nichola Kendall 16 Woman Inspector - Shellon Daniels 17 Woman Inspector - Donna Ferguson 18 Inspector -Orin Cameron 19 Inspector-Kurt Smith 20 Woman Inspector Palesa PetersFernandes 21 Woman Inspector- Shevon Jupiter 22 Sergeant -Syndilin Isaacs 23 Inspector- Michael Cort 24 Woman Inspector Allison Harte 25 Sergeant Sherlock Houston 26 Sergeant - Nolan Burnette
Number Name of Officer 1 Senior Superintendent - Edgar Thomas 2 Senior Superintendent – Royston Andries Junior 3 Senior Superintendent - Paul Langevine
To Deputy Superintendent Number Name of Officer 1 Assistant Superintendent - Cecil To Senior Superintendent Lutchman Number Name of Officer 2 Assistant Superintendent - Deo Ruplal 1 Superintendent - Phillip Azore 3 Assistant Superintendent - Jevon Hamer 2 Superintendent - Brian Eastman 4 Assistant Superintendent- Dexter Brown 3 Superintendent - Adrin Simon 5 Assistant Superintendent- Anthony 4 Superintendent- Linden Lord Austin 5 Superintendent- Khalil Pareshram 6 Woman Assistant Superintendent6 Superintendent- Michael Sutton Leslyn Halley-Smith 7 Superintendent- Linden Isles 7 Woman Assistant Superintendent- Jewel 8 Superintendent- Michael Kingston 9 Woman Superintendent- Charmaine Jones- Sullivan 8 Assistant Superintendent- Amit Das Stuart 9 Woman Assistant Superintendent- Fredella Boyce To Superintendent 10 Assistant Superintendent- Sherwin Number Name of Officer Hilken 1 Deputy Superintendent- Gary McAllister 2 Woman Deputy Superintendent - Lorraine 11 Assistant Superintendent - Mark Vigilance 12 Assistant Superintendent- Joseph Jack Saul 13 Assistant Superintendent - Timothy 3 Woman Deputy Superintendent - Grace Williams Davis 14 Assistant Superintendent - Neville 4 Woman Deputy Superintendent- Denise Cadogan Griffith 15 Assistant Superintendent – Clifton Davis 5 Deputy Superintendent - Guy Nurse 16 Assistant Superintendent- Vishnu Hunte 6 Woman Deputy Superintendent- Carole Harding To Assistant Superintendent 7 Deputy Superintendent- Roger Martin Number Name of Officer 8 Deputy Superintendent- Hugh Winter 1 Cadet Officer - Devon Gordon 9 Deputy Superintendent- Raphael Rose 2 Woman Chief Inspector - Jacqueline 10 Woman Deputy Superintendent- Allison Thomas Moore 3 Woman Chief Inspector - Adonna 11Deputy Woman Superintendent- Dennis Beresford Stephens 4 Chief Inspector- Reynold Venture 12 Deputy Superintendent- John Barker 5 Woman Inspector- Beverly Wilson 13 Woman Assistant Superintendent 6 Inspector -Troy Whittaker Audrey Small 7 Woman Inspector - Michelle Davis 14 Woman Assistant Superintendent8 Inspector- Graham Thomas Crystal Robinson 15 Assistant Superintendent- Keithon King 9 Inspector - Ronford Liverpool 10 Inspector - Kevin London 16 Woman Assistant Superintendent 11 Inspector- Dennis Lyking Marcelene Washington 12 Woman Inspector - Holliann Hooper 17 Assistant Superintendent - Jermaine From page 21 23865 Ag LCPL Ryan Sealey 24050 Ag LCPL Donovan Francis 24116 Ag LCPL Godfrey John 23883 Ag LCPL Mark Jhingoree 23921 Ag LCPL Dwayne Gordon 23929 Ag LCPL Shane Williams 23982 Ag LCPL Akeem Adams 23288 Ag LCPL Andell Duncan 23335 Ag LCPL Gavin Joseph 23364 Ag LCPL Kareem Mc Almont 23481 Ag LCPL Andrew Gomes 23548 Ag LCPL OswinGray 23834 Ag LCPL Shaquille Harte 21161 Ag LCPL Oswald Hope (wef 18-0101) 21654 Ag LCPL Richard Mac Donald 23874 Ag LCPL Delroy Ferdinand 22244 Ag LCPL Ann Doris 23762 Ag LCPL Ryan Anderson 24074 Ag LCPL Jamal Mc Calmon
22549 Ag LCPL Mark Rose 22029 Ag LCPL Deon Gilead 23367 Ag LCPL Isaiah London 22666 Ag LCPL Kevon Williams 23417 Ag LCPL Courtney Johnson 23446 Ag LCPL Trevlon Lionel 23497 Ag LCPL Cranston McAllister 23536 Ag LCPL Akeem Ramascindo 24043 Ag LCPL Jason Trotman 21447 Ag LCPL John Mars 22546 Ag LCPL Linden Davidson 22647 Ag LCPL Deana Ash 22762 Ag LCPL Jose Gravesande 22832 Ag LCPL Jamal Glasgow 23041 Ag LCPL Winston Johnson 23148 Ag LCPL Nicholas Phillips 23179 Ag LCPL Godwin Sukra 23230 Ag LCPL Osbert Robertson 23252 Ag LCPL Keion Williams 23259 Ag LCPL Jushawn Benn 23480 Ag LCPL Royan Davis
To Assistant Superintendent on Probation Number Name of Officer 1 Inspector- Esmond Vaughn 2 Sergeant -18574 Marlon Kellman 3 Sergeant - 19970 Dellon Fraser 4 Sergeant -22574 Ray Marcurius 5 Sergeant -18547 Rawle Nedd 6 Woman Sergeant -17915 Michelle Major To Cadet Officer Number Name of Officer 1 Corporal 22577 - Stephen Harris To Chief Inspector Number Name of Officer 1 Woman Inspector - Diana Black 2 Inspector - Matthew Joseph 3 Inspector - Andre Grant 4 Woman Inspector - Tessa Smith 5 Inspector - Garfield Anthony 6 Inspector - Michael Newland 7 Inspector - Sasenarine Ramkissson 8 Inspector - Lindon Mickle 9 Woman Inspector - Phiona Harris 10 Inspector - Garfield Anthony 11 Woman Inspector - Nicola Nurse 12 Woman Inspector - Dionne Pollard 13 Inspector - Bernard Browne 14 Inspector - Clay Rose 15 Woman Inspector - Donette Schwiers 16 Woman Inspector - Mary Mitchell To Inspector Number Name of Officer 1 Sergeant 15124 - Michael Smith 23754 Ag LCPL Marshano Profitt 23759 Ag LCPL Noel Blackman 23999 Ag LCPL Delbert Joseph 22538 Ag LCPL Dorrel Nestor 23285 Ag LCPL Selwyn Cumberbatch 23321 Ag LCPL Akeime Harding 23482 Ag LCPL Sharwin Park 23707 Ag LCPL Stefan Armstrong 23727 Ag LCPL Frank Mc Rae 23729 Ag LCPL Keyron Johnson 23802 Ag LCPL Delroy North 23818 Ag LCPL Tevin Vanderstoop 23937 Ag LCPL Jerred Edwards 23938 Ag LCPL Chris Cummings 24044 Ag LCPL Trevis Dutchin 24093 Ag LCPL Rod Jeffrey 24127 Ag LCPL Keron Niles 22943 Ag LCPL Telesha Emanuel 23590 Ag LCPL Devon Hamer 23644 Ag LCPL Kester Ferreira 24222 Ag LCPL Lenroy King
tions from counterparts in the United Kingdom have led the GPF to embark on three pillars. These include training, infrastructural development and human resources management. “Our mission statement is buttressed with the positivism displayed by the leadership of the force. It imbues the need for the rank and file of the force to emulate,” he said in his message. Referencing the state of Public Security, Commissioner James reported that the force was able to maintain public security as there have been decreases in serious crimes including gun-related robberies and fatal accidents. 2 Woman Sergeant - Roseann Forde 3 Woman Sergeant 14575 - Vanessa Leitch 4 Woman Sergeant 15052 - Lana Durga 5 Sergeant-16833 - Presley Holder 6 Woman Sergeant 17730 - Racquel PestanoBelle 7 Woman Sergeant -17117 Morlin Henry 8 Woman Sergeant- 15652 Sharon Ferguson 9 Woman Sergeant Shelly-Cole Douglas 10 Woman Sergeant 16948 Stacy Noble 11 Sergeant -18031 Nyrhon Hassan 12 Woman Sergeant 17856 Roxanne Whaul 13 Sergeant -12506 Mervin Mentore 14 Woman Sergeant-17364 Fiona Federicks 15 Woman Sergeant- 18711 Paola Da Silva 16 Woman Sergeant-13883 Marcia Lewis 17 Woman Sergeant -18720 Sonia GriffithWarde 18 Woman Sergeant -15184 Abigail Ali 19 Woman Sergeant -15300 Shondelle Scott 20 Woman Sergeant -17025 Lilian Scotland 21 Woman Sergeant -17708 Janice Williams 22 Woman Sergeant -16918 Donnette Warde 23 Sergeant 16923- Leyton Moses 24 Sergeant 17885 -Marlon O’Donoghue 25 Woman Sergeant -16148 Stacey Alleyne 26 Woman Sergeant -16439 Jennifer Small 27 Woman Sergeant -19991 Latoya Reynalds 28 Woman Sergeant -14917 Gillian Simmons 29 Sergeant 14948- Mark Garnett 30 Sergeant 18180 -Cortis Cort 31 Sergeant 18151 -Lingard Walcott 32 Sergeant 19499 -Gavin Boyce 33 Woman Sergeant -19980 Metchelle Calder 34 Sergeant 17656 -Salaish Roopnarine 35 Sergeant 18168 -Richard Ramotar 36 Woman Sergeant -20105 Pearl Jacobs 37 Woman Sergeant -16282 Paula Arthur 38 Sergeant -19863 Jhared Koulen 39 Woman Sergeant -15070 Andrea Murray 40 Woman Sergeant- 16247 Donnette Phoenix 41 Sergeant -18680 Mark Smith 42 Sergeant -18974 Moohet Ramrattan 43 Sergeant -19137 Sherwin Henry 44 Sergeant W 14308 Lorelli Harper 45 Sergeant -17127 Nigel Newton 46 Sergeant -17040 Eon Isaacs 47 Sergeant -17098 Harvey Sutherland 48 Sergeant -18464 Johann Henry 49 Sergeant -19269 Junior Blair 23076 Ag LCPL Dellon Brooms 23339 Ag LCPL Sherwyn Ford 18832 Ag LCPL Eon Marks 23154 Ag LCPL Tevin Edwards 23277 Ag LCPL Quincy Branche 23478 Ag LCPL Joel Williams 23500 Ag LCPL Arsenio Gray 23577 Ag LCPL Cheddi Darshan 23672 Ag LCPL Jamal Allman 23803 Ag LCPL Jamar Foster 23911 Ag LCPL Dorwin Wallerson 23935 Ag LCPL Gavin English 24039 Ag LCPL Michael Griffith 24046 Ag LCPL Al James 24062 Ag LCPL Enoch Carmichael 23184 Ag LCPL Darren McPherson 23370 Ag LCPL Michael Cumberbatch 23479 Ag LCPL Uzzeil Garraway 23649 Ag LCPL Kevin Europe 23652 Ag LCPL Jermaine John (To be continued)
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Govt., unions come under fire… Industrial relations storm brewing in T&T Trinidad Guardian - An indus-tri-al re-la-tions storm is slow-ly brew-ing in the county and could end in a fullblown cri-sis for work-ers with-in the next six months. In-dus-tri-al re-la-tions expert Ger-ard Pinard Tuesday said that last year’s mass dismissals at the Telecom-mu-nica-tion Ser-vices of T&T (TSTT) and the shut-down of Petrotrin have set a gloomy stage for work-ers in the coming months. TSTT sent home 503 work-ers while Petrotrin sent home 4,800. Pinard, in an in-ter-view with Guardian Me-dia Tues-day, project-ed a “fiery year” filled with more com-pa-ny down-siz-ing, more job loss-es, and more blows to the al-ready be-lea-guered trade union col-lec-tive. Pinard, the chief ex-ec-u-tive of-fi-cer at re-cruit-ment com-pa-ny Zatopek So-lu-tions Inc, blamed the com-ing in-dus-tri-al re-lations break-down on the Govern-ment. “I am hop-ing that the Govern-ment will get its act to-gether and get crack-ing,” Pinard said. He said the Gov-ern-ment has failed to put things in place to prop-er-ly stem the com-ing tide. “One of my biggest concerns is the al-most lack of care
that is be-ing placed by the Govern-ment on the in-sti-tu-tions that are there to take care of the in-dus-tri-al re-la-tions fall-out, main-ly the Min-istry of Labour, the Reg-is-tra-tion, Recog-nition and Cer-ti-fi-ca-tion Board (RRCB), and the In-dus-tri-al Court. I think these are all be-ing ne-glect-ed very se-ri-ous-ly and that is go-ing to have severe con-se-quences for us as we try to ad-dress the in-dustri-al re-la-tions prob-lems that are bound to come,” he said. The RRCB, ac-cord-ing to the Min-istry of Labour’s web-site, was es-tab-lished to “deal ex-clu-sive-ly with the recog-ni-tion of a trade union by an em-ploy-er and mat-ters in-ci-den-tal here-to”. The RRCB has had no chair-man since Feb-ru-ary of last year and, there-fore, cannot give a rul-ing on any matters brought be-fore it since then. Pinard said, “That’s just to-tal-ly un-ac-cept-able. The In-dus-tri-al Court and the Min-istry of Labour are clamour-ing for hu-man re-sources and fi-nances so they could do their jobs prop-er-ly. So far it ap-pears that the Gov-ernment has had a deaf ear to-wards these is-sues.” Un-der-ly-ing mo-tive to bust
up unions? Pinard agreed that the Govern-ment’s lack of ur-gency in deal-ing with these mat-ters could in-di-cate an un-der-ly-ing mo-tive to bust up the unions. “I re-al-ly don’t want to come to that con-clu-sion be-cause that would be such a backward step. But it re-al-ly makes you won-der some-times if it is not quite de-lib-er-ate because there is no rea-son why some of these things can-not be ad-dressed. I mean there is no log-i-cal rea-son why there is no chair-man at the RRCB for the past ten months. That’s just to-tal neg-li-gence or wan-ton dis-re-gard for the state of in-dus-tri-al re-lations,” he said. “But I’m afraid I don’t see any signs of hope for an improve-ment in the em-ployment sit-u-a-tion or the in-dustri-al re-la-tions cli-mate. I think that the im-pact of the Petrotrin and the TSTT retrench-ment are go-ing to be felt more and more as the year pro-gress-es. “I don’t think we’ve felt the full im-pact of that as yet but I ex-pect that that will come in-to play around the mid-dle of the year and partic-u-lar-ly af-fect-ing south Trinidad.
Thursday January 03, 2019
Govt. to invest millions in APUA ST. JOHN’S, Antigua CMC – The Antigua and Barbuda government says the state-owned Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) will invest millions of dollars in upgrading its facilities so as to make it much more competitive in the telecommunication sector. Prime Minister Gaston Browne said APUA would spend an estimated EC$80 million (One EXC dollar=US$0.37 cents) in its own sub-sea cable, adding that high-speed broadband is essential to provide wide enough bandwidth to facilitate all the modern industries that now operate globally on the Internet. Last month, the telecommunications company, Digicel, said it was seeking a meeting with Prime Minister Browne after he accused the Irishowned company as well as anthe r p r o v i d e r, w i t h “ r a p i n g ” t h e p e o p l e of Antigua and Barbuda. Digicel said that with serious issues around the liberalization of the fixed line market and number portability to name but two “this is just the latest in a series of moves being
made to stifle competition in the telecoms market in Antigua and Barbuda for the benefit of the stateowned APUA”. Browne said that in 2019, “ APUA will invest $80 million, to acquire its own sub-sea cable and to democratize access to the internet through the provision of more affordable, reliable and faster internet service to residents,” dismissing the concerns of the existing foreign owned telecom providers. “Although they have made considerable profits here which we do not begrudge them and to which they were entitled under the arrangements of their initial investments, they have not provided us with the technology require at prices that are fair and affordable,” Browne said in a radio an d t e l e v i s i o n broadcast. “ T h a t i s t h e r e a l i t y. B u t o u r c o u n t r y, o u r people, our economy c a n n o t w a i t . We m u s t forge ahead and in doing so we are pushing no one out. Instead we are allowing APUA to set the pace in the race for
better technology… “It is the race in which the other existing providers are invited to join, Browne said. The government has already passed legislation to ensure number portability and measures to ensure the equitable redistribution of the 850 spectrum among the telecom companies and Browne said that the APUA investment will rebound to other sectors of the economy. “As offshoot of APUA’s participation in this lucrative world, its profitability will be utilised in part to subsidise the operation and maintenance of two additional osmosis plants …in 2019,” he said noting that the addition of the two plants would increase the “reliability and sustainability of our water supply”. “ We w i l l a l s o c o n tinue to tackle electricity supply, which we want to be both reliable and cheaper. So in 2019, our g o v ernment will install about eight megawatts of wind and solar voltaic power….at a cost of EC$40 million,” Browne said.
Pompeo, Brazil’s new government target Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua BRASILIA (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo discussed supporting a return to democracy in Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua with Brazil’s new right-wing government yesterday, in a joint effort against what he called authoritarian regimes in Latin America. Pompeo and Brazil’s Foreign Minister Ernesto Araujo considered deepening cooperation in the region at a meeting in Brasilia following Tuesday’s inauguration of farright President Jair Bolsonaro. They discussed “supporting the people of Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua in restoring democratic governance and their human rights,” State Department deputy spokesman Robert
Palladino said. Pompeo later met with Bolsonaro and also broached the question of “reinforcing democratic governance and human rights” in those three countries. Speaking to reporters in Brasilia, Pompeo said Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua were countries that do not share the democratic values that unite the United States and Brazil. “We have an opportunity to work alongside each other against authoritarian regimes,” he said at a news conference. In response, Venezuela’s foreign ministry said in a statement it “categorically rejected” Pompeo’s “interventionist attitude,” accusing him of seeking to rally support among Latin American countries for “forcible
regime change” in Venezuela. Cuban Communist Party leader Raul Castro on Tuesday blasted the Trump administration for returning to an outdated path of confrontation with his island nation and of intervening in Latin America, in a speech marking the 60th anniversary of Cuba’s revolution. Pompeo gave no details of how Washington plans to step up pressure for democratic change in Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua. He did not address a reporter’s question on whether military intervention would be an option. More than 3 million Venezuelans have fled hyperinflation and shortages of food and medicine in the OPEC nation, with most of them having left since 2015, according to the United Nations. Nearby South American countries like Brazil and Colombia have received the bulk of the migrants. The United States has placed sanctions on Venezuela’s debt and on some officials in socialist President Nicolas Maduro’s government, which it accuses of corruption and human rights violations. Maduro frequently blames a U.S.-led “economic war” for the country’s woes.
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Nadal pulls out of Brisbane International with thigh problem (Reuters) - Rafa Nadal has pulled out of this week’s Brisbane International due to a minor thigh strain, but the Spaniard is hopeful that he can shake off the problem in time for the Australian Open later this month. Nadal endured an injury-plagued 2018 season that saw him contest only nine tournaments due to hip, knee, abdomen and ankle injuries and the world number two said the decision to skip the seasonopener was precautionary.
“I still wanted to play... but if I play here, there is a important risk to (not) have the chance to play Melbourne,” Nadal, who was due to face Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the second round on Thursday, said in a statement. “It’s a small thing that can become a much bigger... when you compete the intensity on the muscle it can get worse... I feel better than I did four days ago... it’s a risk to damage my body for one month if I play here.”
The 32-year-old did not play after retiring against Juan Martin del Potro in their U.S. Open semi-final last September and underwent ankle surgery two months later. He lost a three-set exhibition match against South Africa’s Kevin Anderson in Abu Dhabi last week and had indicated that he was fighting fit ahead of the Brisbane event. However, an MRI scan revealed otherwise. “I have to be ready to understand that this kind
Thursday January 03, 2019 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Get on with business. Praise will be yours if you have been pursuing your goals. Changes to your self image will be to your benefit as long as you don't over pay. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Your need to obtain additional details will lead you into strange topics of conversation. Help if you can, but more than likely it will be sufficient just to listen. Try to accommodate them without infringing on your own responsibilities. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Be cautious not to get involved in office chatter that will cause problems for others. Don't overextend yourself in the process. Now is a good time to ask for favors. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Don't overspend or give too freely to others. You will be a bit of a spendthrift today. It won't take much to upset your lover. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Don't let your partner get you going. You are best to travel or attend lectures or seminars. Professionalism will be of utmost importance. Concentrate on work and on making money. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Rely on the one you love for support and affection. You may find that getting together with colleagues after hours will be worthwhile.
LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Self-deception about relationships is a problem. Only bite off what you can chew. You may want to try your hand at a little creative writing. Don't let your boss get the better of you. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Evasion is likely if you aren't direct about your feelings. Be careful what you consume today. Relatives may not be telling you the whole truth about a family situation. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Rewards for past good deeds will highlight your day. Use your quick wit to win points and friends. Go out shopping today. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Make plans that will take you to exotic destinations. You can make amends by taking them somewhere special. You may find your self a bit frazzled if you allow someone to goad you into an unsavory debate. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Romance may be likely if you travel. A passionate party for two might be just the remedy. If you're feeling uncertain, spend some time alone and reevaluate your motives as well as your needs. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Someone you care about may not be too well. You will be able to enlist the help of colleagues who believe in your ideas.
of stuff happens when you’re coming back from injuries. I have to accept and keep going,” Nadal, who had withdrawn from the tournament last year as well, added.
Lucky loser Taro Daniel will replace Nadal in the second round against Tsonga. Despite an injury-curtailed 2018 season, Nadal managed to win five titles
l a s t y e a r, i n c l u d i n g a record-extending 11th French Open title that took his Grand Slam tally to 17. The Australian Open begins in Melbourne on Jan. 14.
Holder headlines strong Pride squad for Jaguars fixture BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – Fit-again West Indies Test captain, Jason Holder, is one of seven current West Indies players named in a full-strength 13man squad for the high-profile third round clash in the Regional Four-Day Championship against four-time reigning champions, Guyana Jaguars, starting tomorrow. The 27-year-old Holder is joined by opener Kraigg Brathwaite, batsman Roston Chase, wicketkeeper Shane Dowrich, off-spinner Ashley Nurse, seamer Kemar Roach and left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican. Of the squad, only opener Shayne Moseley, batsman Aaron Jones and Keon Harding lack international experience as fast bowler Miguel Cummins played the last of his 13 Tests last July, while left-hander Jonathan Carter has already played 28 one-dayers and captain Shamarh Brooks has extensive experience leading West Indies A. However, there is no Shai Hope, the stylish righthander who shone brightest for West Indies in the limited overs series against Bangladesh last month. The inclusion of the international players should make for an intriguing contest between two teams with a strong perennial rivalry. Holder missed the tour of Bangladesh through injury and Nurse also returns after a muscle injury put him out of the latter part of the limited overs tour of India and the entire Bangladesh series. Dowrich was part of the recent Test series while Chase and Roach featured in both Tests and one-dayers. Brathwaite and Warrican were members of the Test squad but returned in time to play the second round match against Jamaica Scorpions last month. Pride will hope to get a bounce from the presence of the Windies players, especially following two rather lacklustre performances. They went down to Leeward Islands Hurricanes in the opening round by 34 runs and then pulled off a dramatic 41-win over Scorpions inside three days, even
though producing yet another poor showing overall. Pride lie second in the fourday standings on 22.6, behind Jaguars who have 37 following wins in their first two matches. SQUAD – Shamarh Brooks (captain), Kraigg
Brathwaite, Jonathan Carter, Roston Chase, Miguel Cummins, Shane Dowrich, Keon Harding, Jason Holder, Aaron Jones, Shayne Moseley, Ashley Nurse, Kemar Roach, Jomel Warrican.
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RHTYSC Teams host biggest Christmas Village and 28th Christmas Charity Programme
RHTYSC Secretary CEO Hilbert Foster launches the hampers programme for 2018 Christmas. The ten Cricket Teams of the Rose Hall Town Youth & Sports Club, MS during the period 10th December to 28th December, 2018 were involved in several major activities to make a positive difference during the Festive Season. The teams under the supervision of Asst Secretary/ CEO Simon Naidu organised the 4th Annual Christmas Village and the 28th Annual Christmas Charity Programme. The Christmas Village was held from the 21st to 24th December, 2018, in the compound of the Rose Hall Town Primary School. The ten cricket teams transformed the entire compound of the school into a dreamland for the established 8000 children and adults who visited the Village over the four days duration. The Village included two Nativity Scenes, Twenty feet Christmas Tree, a Christmas Chimney, Christmas Star, Santa and his Sleigh, The Christmas Home, fifteen large Christmas inflatable characters, outdoor tents, Computer Games, Horror House, Children Games, Photo Studio, two bouncy castles and trampolines. Naidu stated that all of the objectives of the Village - promoted the true tradition of Christmas, promoting social cohesion, attracting visitors to Guyana’s smallest Town-
ship and providing a safe environment for families were achieved. The 2018 Christmas Village was a $1.5M investment by the Rose Hall Town Youth & Sports Club and was made possible by the National Milling Company, J’s Printery, Peter Lewis, Associated Construction Services, Donna Charran and Family, Mrs. Lucille George, Sarah Chinsammy, The Nero’s Family, Lindon Lewis, Pastor Ravi Singh, Errol Hendrax, Dr. Tulsi Dyal Singh, Brian Ramphal, KSM Investment. The 28th Annual Christmas Charity Programme main objective was to make the Festive Season brighter for the less fortunate, single parent household and children. The Multi-million Programme involved the distribution of 4000 toys, 300 food hampers, educational materials, clocks, personal care products, vitamins, clothing, wheel chairs, umbrellas, household items and sports gears to children, families and NGOs. Among those receiving donations from the cricket teams were the Williamsburg Lutheran church, Sharon Congregation Church, The New Amsterdam Prison Service, Corriverton Anglican Church, Rose Hall Town Wesleyan Church, Berbice Cricket Umpires Association, senior citizens homes and orphanages. The Cricketers also provided breakfast and
Scene from the 2018 Christmas Village. refreshments to hundreds of pensioners as they waited to uplift their monthly Old Age Pension. Hundreds of elderly citizens were provided with a desk clock as a special gift, while school age children received school books, pencils, pens, sharpeners, easers, vitamins and a bag of goodies.
The Rose Hall Town Youth & Sports Club would like to express gratitude to the Ministry of the Presidency, Office of the Prime Minister, President David Granger, Guyana National Newspapers Limited, Power Producers & Distributors, KSM Investments, Ansa Mcal Trading,
Bissan Trading, HA Snacks, Sueria Manufacturing, Factory Price, Food-for-the-Poor, Mike’s Pharmacy, Dr. Tulsi Dyal Singh, Brian Ramphal, Busta, Starr Computer, Toucan Industries, Farfan & Mendes Ltd, Bounty Farm Ltd, WR Enterprise, A.M. Khan, F & H Printery, Senti-
nel Security, Colin Elcock, Delmur Shipping, LOTTO, V Net Communication, Regal Enterprise, Canadian Surplus, Universal DVD, Len’s Craft, Anil Beharry, Kishon Sarwan, The Gift Centre, Chief Brand, Sterling Products, Cirkel Distributors and Office of the First Lady.
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Port Mourant Training Centre Volleyball Clubs hosts 2018 awards presentation ceremony Guyana’s top Volleyball club the Port Mourant Training Center recently held its annual awards ceremony and social for the year 2018. The proceeding, which was held at the Port Mourant Centre Ho s t e l , Port Mourant, Corentyne, Berbice, was chaired by President of The Guyana Volleyball Federation (GVF) Mr. Levi Nedd. Nedd is also the outgoing president of the club and the Berbice Vo l l e y b a l l A s s o c i a t i o n (BVA). A number of special invitees were in attendance i n c l u d i n g M r. G r e g o r y Rambarran, Patron of the BVA, Mr. Errol Fingall incoming President of the BVA and club members of the #47 Challengers Volleyball club. A number of reports were presented including – president, secretary and financial. Nedd in his speech highlighted the many successes of the PMTC Volleyball team and the number of difficulties they would have encountered during the year. Among some of them were the attrition of players, insufficient training time and lack of proper training
The awardees pose with their silverware and GVF President Levi Nedd. venue amongst others. He also urged those in attendance to keep supporting him as President of the GVF. Remarks were a l s o delivered by M r. Rambarran, Mr. Fingall and
newly elected president of the PMTC Mr. Shemroy Ross. Those receiving awards were Shemroy Ross - Male volleyballer of the year, Candacy Mentore- Female volleyballer of the year.
Renaldo Bobb- most promising male volleyballer; Hannah Hicks most promising Female player; Ravi Rampartab the most dedicated male player; Philana Sim p s o n m o s t dedicated female player;
Levi Nedd Junior the most disciplined player; Samuel Fraser for being the consistent male player and Casey for being the most consistent participating female player. A number of sponsors
were also recognised including Spready’s Bakery, Balram Shane and Poonai’s Pharmacy. The club also took the opportunity to thank everyone for their support t h r o u g h o u t t h e y e a r. (Samuel Whyte)
Federer gets bragging rights over Williams in hugely anticipated match Perth, Australia (AFP) — Roger Federer took the honours in the much-anticipated mixed doubles clash with fellow great Serena Williams, in what the latter described as the “match of her career” at Hopman Cup in Perth Tuesday. In the biggest mixed doubles drawcard in the 31year history of the tournament, for what is expected to be its final edition, Federer teamed with Belinda Bencic to win the match in straight sets under the Fast4 format, and win the Group B tie for Switzerland. With 43 Grand Slam singles titles (Williams 23, Federer 20) and more than US$200 million in prize money between them, the two 37year-olds had welcomed the chance to face each other on the court in an official match for the first time. As it turned out, the tie was decided by the mixed doubles, after both Federer and Williams won their earlier singles matches. A capacity crowd of 14,064 turned out for the tie, and they saw Federer and Bencic largely capitalise on the mixed doubles
inexperience of Williams’ teammate, Francis Tiafoe, to clinch the deciding rubber under the Fast4 format, 4-2, 4-3 (5/3). Williams, who seemed to be troubled by her right shoulder during the match but said it wasn’t a concern, was disappointed her doubles experience didn’t give the Americans the edge. However, even a rare defeat couldn’t take the gloss off the experience of facing Federer for the first, and almost certainly the only, time. “I was so excited and literally, it was the match of my career,” she said. “Playing someone so great and that you admire so much in a match that actually means something. “It is really great and special to go against the greatest of all time.” Federer said he was thrilled to play against one of the few players with more Grand Slam titles. “I really enjoyed playing against Serena — what an honour and pleasure,” he said. “I was nervous returning because people talk about her serve so much.
“It was great fun. She is a great champion; you see how focused and determined she is and I love that about her.” The pair posed together for a selfie after the match. In his singles match, Federer scored successive wins, starting the new season with an impressive 6-4, 6-1 victory over Frances Tiafoe. The world number three was challenged early by the 39th-ranked American, but then secured the first set with a break in the 10th game. Federer won seven games in succession and eight of the last nine as Tiafoe dropped away. It was another encouraging performance from Federer as he builds his preparation for the upcoming Australian Open in Melbourne, where he will be looking to win a third-successive title and seventh overall. “It’s been a great start to the season for me; I found a way and I have to be happy right now,” Federer said. “It’s about staying fit and healthy and managing the game day by day.” Williams raced to an early 30 lead against Bencic, but then
lost her way as the Swiss number 54 gained successive breaks of serve to secure the first set. Although the American was hitting more winners, she was also making more errors and looked in trouble until she broke
Bencic in the 10th game to take the set and level the match. An early break in the final set to Williams was crucial as she used her big serve to hold Bencic at bay and win 4-6, 6-4, 6-3. “It was definitely a relief,”
Williams said of the result. “She played really well but I knew I could play better.” If Switzerland beat Greece today they will be through to the final, where they will defend the title they won last year.
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Den Amstel silence home side Buxton United to emerge champs; Conquerors end 3rd By Franklin Wilson West Demerara’s Den Amstel started the year on the perfect note when they silenced home side Buxton and its hundreds of supporters on New Year’s Night last to lift the Guyana Football Federation/Stag Super 16 2018/19 championship trophy. A solid display by the winners saw them frustrating the home team and in the process negated any hope of them utilising home advantage to any positive effect. Instead, it was the visiting team that left the Buxton Community Centre Ground Two Million Dollars richer thanks to Jamal Harvey’s 47th minute goal and an own goal from Jamar Harrigon in the 85th minute. The 3rd place playoff between Fruta Conquerors and fellow City side Western Tigers ended with the former claiming a 2-0 win through goals form Nicholas McArthur in the 61st minute and an own goal off the boot of Raphael Edwards in the 75th minute which sunk the Tigers to defeat whilst securing the $500,000 third place prize for the Fruta Boys. It will be a memorable night in more ways than one for all the stakeholders involved. It was the largest crowd seen at a football game for many years with the grand finale featuring non city teams. Den Amstel, the more experienced of the two gladiators on center pitch also had the height advantage which they used it to excellent effect especially for set pieces and corners. But despite giving up those advantages, Buxton were able to be the teasing and nagging side they have established themselves as having downed the GDF and Western Tigers on their way to the final. But it was always going to be tough to topple three big wigs along the journey and the Buxtonians stumbled at the final hurdle in their quest for the title. Den Amstel on the other hand, fancied their chances of winning the championship and cut a positive unit from the start as the Technical staff and players somehow sensed that the night was going to be special and historical for them. The first half of the match was pulsating as both sides ran at each other unrelentingly so. Chances were few and far but the action was end
Den Amstel Coach O’Neil Heywood performing the honours of popping the champagne in celebration of their GFF/Stag Super 16, 2018/19 championship triumph.
to end; it deservedly ended 0-0 setting up the prospects of a riveting final 45 minutes. Like the semi finals, the wind was constant across the ground and even the hundreds of fans that were seated around the outer playing area could not lessen the consistency of the winds on a beautiful New Year’s evening. At the start of the championship minutes, Den Amstel were not going to allow another goalless half and within two minutes of the re-start were 1-0 up. The quickness and control of Jamal Perreira which were mere flashes in the first half going against the wind would have been the downfall of the home team in the second half. The lanky Perreira received a well calculated pass on the left side just inside the Buxton area and immediately took on two Buxtonian players working his way past them before sending a powerful cross that was blasted into the back of the nets by Jamal Harvey even as goalkeeper Jason Cromwell and some other players from both teams lay on the turf after failing to connect with the ball, collid-
ing with each other. It was the loose ball, just outside the six yards area that Harvey blasted into the roof of the nets to break the deadlock and allow his team an eye on the 2Million cheque. Minutes later Buxton were able to draw a penalty and a golden opportunity to knot the scores. But even before the experienced Denver Dennis took the kick, the home fans were celebrating as if it was a done deal. Dennis’ shot was sprayed wide of the left upright, goalkeeper Ryan Hunte never having to call on his experience as the ball whistled past the upright and out of harm’s way. Having muffed that opportunity, Buxton heaped more pressure on themselves with Den Amstel growing in more confidence that it was going to be their night. Both Coaches sought to introduce fresh legs with the aim of boosting their chances; Coach Heywood of Den Amstel made two changes in the 65th and 76th minute when Gideon Payne and Jamal Harvey were replaced by Andre Hector and Gavin Graham.
After making one change in the first half (Ronaldo Fredericks out Tyroni Semple in – 37th), Buxton introduced Jamar Harrigon for Maurice Barnes in the 75th minute with a double change in the 77th minute, Derrick Blair and Kifambo Goodman replacing Tyroni Semple and Kevin David. The changes brought some life to the Buxton offensive ambitions but Den Amstel kept on consolidating their hold on the game which was put beyond the reach of Buxton in the 85th minute. Again initiating the goal was the nimble footed Perreira whose cross into the box after again taking on a few opposing players, ended with young Jamar Harrigon scoring against his own Captain Jason Cromwell much to the dismay of his teammates but sure delight of Den Amstel which went on to win comfortably after all, 2-0. In a ceremonial presentation, GFF President Wayne Forde and Ansa McAl’s Nigel Worrell handed over the winner ’s trophy to Den Amstel Captain Kester Jacobs after the team had
Nicholas McArthur – Fruta Conquerors FC completed a victory lap to thank their fans and supporters. Meanwhile, meeting the teams prior to the final and performing the traditional kick-off of the ball ahead of the final was the Honourable Basil Williams - Attorney
General and Minister of Legal Affairs. He was accompanied by Dr Karen Cummings - Minister within the Ministry of Public Health and GFF President Forde among others. The official presentation of prizes would be done shortly.
Thursday January 03, 2019
All stars claim Carlosh Sports Bar dominoes title
Members of the victorious All stars team. All stars chalked up 84 games to win the Carlosh Sports bar dominoes competition which was contested on Tuesday at Carlosh Sports bar in Good Success, Wakenaam. Underdog took the runner up sport with 78 games while Alex XI finished third on 70. Skipper Khemraj Surujpaul marked 17 games for All stars and also shared two loves, while Tom Singh made 16, Vijay Persaud 12 and Nazeer Mohamed 11. Underdog were led by James Ramnarine and Krishundat Hansraj with 16 each, while Khalid Zaman contributed 14. Alex Chung scored 16, Mohamed Zafrull 15 and Amit Ramnarine 14 for Alex XI. Surujpaul was named the MVP while All stars and Underdog received trophies. Speaking at the presentation ceremony, Surujpaul congratulated his players and thanked the sponsor Amit Ramnarine. He added that he is looking forward to his continued support and informed that his team will embark on trips to Bartica, We s t D e m e r a r a a n d Georgetown in the near future. Surujpaul also called on other businesses to support sport on the island and made reference to Keemo Paul whose achievement in cricket so far is as a result of his dedication and discipline. He said that with the
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Khemraj Surujpaul (left) accepts his MVP prize from Cliff Gordon.
Underdog Captain James Ramnarine (right) collects the runner trophy from Amit Ramnarine. input of the business community, sport on the island will continue to develop and the achievement of Paul will serve as a great
motivator to the youths on the island. Meanwhile, the Trophy Stall tournament will be contested next weekend.
BCB members demand return of Senior Inter-County Tournament Also call for better deal for Berbice Franchise Players, Subvention from GCB The Berbice Cricket Board on Sunday last held its Annual General Meeting at its Cheddi Jagan Street, New Amsterdam Head Office. President Hilbert Foster along with Vice President Qualis Winter, Jevaughn Stephen and Secretary Robby Saywack presided over a very cordial meeting which attracted delegates from Albion Community Centre, Port Mourant Cricket Club, Upper Corentyne Cricket Association, Young Warriors Cricket Club, Rose Hall Town Youth & Sports Club, Chesney Cricket Club, Rose Hall Canje Cricket Club, Kildonan Cricket Club, Mt Sinai Cricket Club, Mental Hospital Cricket Club and Guymine Sports Club. No delegates from West Berbice Cricket Association, Blairmont Community Centre, Berbice River Cricket Association and Police Sports Club showed for the meeting which approved minutes of the two Special Meetings held during the month of December, 2018. Delegates also discussed reports from the President, Secretary, Treasurer for 2018 and also discussed plans for 2019 which includes the hosting of a Two-Days First Division Tournament, seeking sponsorship for the construction of an indoor practice facility, more coaching programmes for junior cricketers, repairs to the BCB Office and preparation for Inter-County Tournaments. Delegates hailed the outstanding work of the BCB in 2018 and the remarkable progress made on and off the cricket field. President Hilbert Foster presented a comprehensive four pages report which included updates on the thirty cricket tournaments hosted by the Berbice Cricket Board, developmental programmes and the success of the Board’s sponsorship drive throughout the year which resulted in $10M in cash and kind. Delegates based on a recommendation from Vemen Walter of the Albion Community Centre approved a motion for the return of the Senior Inter-County Championship, the symbol of Cricket Supremacy in Guyana. Delegates also approved motions from the floor
for the Guyana Cricket Board to pay Berbice its annual Subvention. The Subvention is not a prize to be used to demand loyalty but for Cricket Development it was stated. The Berbice Cricket Board delegates noted it has not received Subvention from the Guyana Cricket Board since Keith Foster became President in 2008. The Essequibo Cricket Board who is not very active, reportedly still collects an annual Subvention worth millions. Delegates, also expressed total disappointment that Berbice Players are being forced to travel to the city as much as four times per week for training sessions. Delegates demanded that the Guyana Cricket Board review this system which is very costly financially, especially on those players who are earning $75,000 per month. It was noted that the Guyana Cricket Board has a multimillion Cricket Hostel which is locked up, while Berbice Cricketers have to either travel daily or pay huge monthly rentals in the city. Delegates also disclosed that Berbice have two Level Three Coaches, adequate practice facilities and modern gym and urged the Guyana Cricket Board to allow the players to train at home. Concerns were expressed that players like Veerasammy Permaul, Anthony Bramble, Gudakesh Motie, Kevin Sinclair, Clinton Pestano, Keon Joseph and Romario Shepherd are unable to practice at their respective Clubs and share their vast experiences with the younger players. It was disclosed that several players have not been able to attend club sessions for over six months. Delegates as a united body also demanded that the Guyana Cricket Board disclose the criteria it used to select the Club of the Year. They were very vocal over the non-selection of Berbice most dominant Club, the Rose Hall Town Youth & Sports Club, MS as Guyana Club of the Year. Delegates stated that success on the cricket field must be rewarded and the Award must not be used to reward loyalty and not success.
Bravo helps Stars win Melbourne derby MELBOURNE, Australia, CMC – Ex-West Indies allrounder Dwayne Bravo starred as Melbourne Stars thrashed Melbourne Renegades by seven wickets in a high profile clash in the Big Bash League here New Year’s Day. Playing in the Melbourne derby at the MCG, seamer Bravo claimed three for 27 from four overs to help restrict Renegades to 148 for nine off their 20 overs. Daniel Christian topscored with 32 and opener Sam Harper got 30, while Mackenzie Harvey chipped in with 21, after Renegades were sent in. Renegades were giving a rousing start by Harper
and Harvey who put on 52 off 30 balls for the first wicket. When the innings slumped to 80 for five at the end of the 11th over, Christian put on a crucial 50 for the sixth wicket with Beau Webster (19) to keep his side afloat. Bravo broke the stand when he had Christian holing out to mid-off off a slower delivery in the 18th over. In reply, Stars hardly put a foot wrong as they
stormed to their target in the 18th over, with Man-ofthe-Match opener Marcus Stoinis stroking an unbeaten 78 off 49 deliveries. He put on 67 off 48 balls with Ben Dunk (32) for the first wicket before adding a further adding a further 65 for the third wicket with captain Glenn Maxwell (33 not out). Bravo has taken six wickets in four matches for Stars who he joined this season from Renegades.
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Thursday January 03, 2019
Eagles United land first GT Beer c/ship with Trophy Stall set to ‘bank roll’ Nand 2-1 o/t win over arch rivals Net Rockers Persaud Sprint Classic Horserace meet As preparations continue Managing Director Ramesh There is an event for 3 Drakes is MVP as Winners Connection for the first horserace meet of Sunich has agreed to assist year old animals for a winning the year 2019, the Trophy with sponsorship for the take of $200,000 and trophy beat Botofago for 3rd place Stall is already on board. event. Apart from other as- also over 3 furlongs. The Nand Persaud Group of Companies which boost a full package the includes racing track, promotional group, race horses, and stables, has its horserace meet set for Sunday 6th January at their No.36 Village, Macedonia Estate, Corentyne, Berbice, Racing Facility. The event is organised by the Company’s Sky Plus Promotion Group and is dubbed the “Karibee Rice Mega Sprint Classic Horserace meet”. The Trophy Stall of Bourda Market, which is one of the leading trophy and engraving entities in Guyana and a top sponsor of sporting events throughout the country, is already on board for the event. The entity with businesses now in Bourda Market, City Mall, South Road and soon in Port Mourant, Berbice, through its
sistance the company will be furnishing the Champion Jockey and Champion Trainer trophies along with incentives for other outstanding participants on the day. Seven races are listed for the day with over $4M in cash, trophies and other incentives to be won. The racing facility is the only one of its kind in Guyana where the horses run in a straight line from start to finish. The distances for the races will be 880 and 660 yards or four and three furlongs respectively. The feature event will be for horses classified H and lower over 880yards or 4 furlongs for a winning purse of $240,000 and trophy. There is an event for 3 year old animals for a winning take of $200,000 and trophy also over 880 yards.
The event for animals classified J and lower is for a take home prize of $180,000 and trophy over 880 yards. The K class and lower animals will be competing for a first prize of $140,000 and trophy over 660 yards or 3 furlongs. There are three L class races. One for male horses over 4 furlongs, while the female animals will be galloping over 3 furlongs both for a pole position taking of $100,000 and trophy. The other L class event will see the non-earners from the other two L class races competing for a winner’s money of $100,000 and trophy over 3furlongs. The Champion jockey, trainer and stable will all be rewarded with trophies and other incentives compliments of the Trophy Stall and the organisers. (Samuel Whyte)
Barty inspires Australia to victory over Spain in Hopman Cup (Reuters) - Ashleigh Barty beat former world number one Garbine Muguruza in straight sets to lay the foundation for Australia’s 2-1 victory over Spain in the Hopman Cup yesterday. Playing flawless tennis, Barty did not drop serve during the 6-3 6-4 victory before teaming up with Matthew Ebden to clinch a tight mixed doubles clash 3-4(3) 4-3 4-3(3) against Muguruza and David Ferrer for Australia’s second straight win in the event. Ferrer had capitalised on Ebden’s 42 unforced errors to prevail 7-6(1) 7-5 and level the
contest at 1-1 but despite his encouraging early form, the Spanish veteran said he would not reverse his decision to retire this year. “I am not playing bad. The problem is that I can’t play more than two matches... I am 100 percent I will finish my career in Madrid,” Ferrer said. Earlier, last year’s runners-up Germany defeated France 2-1 to top Group A with a second victory in as many ties, improving their chances of playing in Saturday’s title clash. Wimbledon champion Angelique Kerber fought back
from a set down to defeat a determined Alize Cornet 5-7 62 6-4 for her second straight singles win following a victory over Spain’s Muguruza in Sunday’s opener. Alexander Zverev then sealed the tie for Germany when he fought off Lucas Pouille 6-3 6-7(8) 6-2, before France claimed a consolation win in the dead mixed doubles rubber. “You want to play tough opponents, you want to play the best players before a Grand Slam,” 2018 ATP Finals winner Zverev, who will be one to watch in this month’s Australian Open, said.
Scorers for Eagles United Deon Charter (left) and Colwyn ‘Buck’ Drakes. It was a fitting finale and one that confirmed Eagles United of Christianburg as the top Linden club as they turned back Net Rockers by a 2-1 score line to add the Upper Demerara Football Association’s GT Beer football championship to their UDFA league title for 2018 as a huge crowd witnessed the final of the year ending championship New Year’s night at the Mackenzie Sports Club ground. Urged on by a strong Christianburg following Eagles United landed their first year end championship since copping the Kashif and Shanghai title in 1991/92 as their eventual f i n a l ’s M o s t Va l u a b l e Player Colwyn Drakes carted off the motorcycle prize after again piloting them to their first GT Beer crown in six tries. It gave them $1.2M as opposed to the $600,000 won by Net Rockers and laid to rest which was the best club in the region. Both had played unbeaten in the GTT League
championship and drew their game against each other. This then set the stage for a deciding final’s game and Eagles prevailed in overtime. They were led by defender Benny Neblette and with the decision taken to have the experienced mid field player Clive DeNobrega appear on the pitch, despite some conc e r n s a b o u t a n i n j u r y, Eagles United showed their eagerness to win this game. Both sides battled valiantly and were unable to score in regulation play. It took extra time after a 0-0 deadlock to separate the two clubs and Drakes started the process when he was there to pounce on a chance as Net Rockers defenders were caught napping and Drakes latched on to slap home a crisp drive for a 1-0 advantage in the 103rd minute. Then Drakes in tandem with the busy Deon Charter put the Christianburg unit up 2-0 as he slipped a pass to
Charter who finished the play in the 116thminute. And as time seemed to be against them Net Rockers fought back and were rewarded two minutes later. Deshawn Joseph would cannon a free kick outside the box and it cut the lead 2-1 but time would not allow them a chance to level and when the final whistle came Eagles United were holding the championship trophy donated by Trophy Stall. Captain Benny Neblette received it from Secretary of t h e U D FA M r s . D a w n Barker, while the brand new motorcycle was taken by Drakes. In the third place playoff game for $400,000, Haynes and Lewis Winners Connection won 3-2 against the defending champions Botofago in overtime. The scores were level after regulation play with Shaquille France and Stanford Bovell scoring for the Winners Connection in the 4th and 65thminutes of play which the Haynes brothers Shane and Jamal netted in the 47th and 54th minutes of play respectively. Botofago had to settle for the fourth place prize of $200,000. The winning goal would then be scored by Cedric Hunte in the 106th minute of play and the final score was 3-2 for Winners Connection. The presentation will be done by the main sponsors Banks DIH Limited at a date to be announced according to the UDFA.
Thursday January 03, 2019
Kaieteur News
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Windies gain automatic qualification for T20 World Cup DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, CMC – Reigning champions West Indies h a v e q u a l i f i e d automatically for next year’s Twenty World Cup in Australia. The Caribbean side booked their spot by virtue of their current seventh place in the ICC T20 rankings at year end, with the top eight teams including hosts Australia, all securing their places at the showpiece. Minnows Afghanistan, coached by Trinidadian and former West Indies head coach Phil Simmons, also qualified directly by virtue of their eighth place in the rankings. Former champions and three-time finalists Sri Lanka, ranked ninth and Bangladesh, 10th, will have to go through the group stage of the tournament with six other qualifiers in order to make the Super 12s. Six teams from the ICC
T20 World Cup Qualifier later this year while join Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in the group stage, with four qualifying to the Super 12 stage. West Indies won the T20 World Cup for the second time back in 2016 when they beat England in a dramatic final in Kolkata. Since then, their form has been erratic, however. In 2017, they won six of 11 matches and last year, managed a mere two wins in 13 outings, while losing to Pakistan and India in 3-0 clean sweeps. For the Windies, the news of their direct qualification will be welcomed, especially after the disappointment of missing out on a direct route to the ICC 50-overs World Cup in England next May. They were forced to go through a 10-team qualifier in Zimbabwe last March in order to book their place at an event they have won twice.
Reigning T20 World champions, West Indies. Top-ranked Pakistan, India, England, Australia,
South Africa and New Zealand are the other
automatic qualifiers for next year’s T20 World Cup
from October 18 to November 15.
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GFF/Stage Super 16 2018/19
Den Amstel silence home side Buxton United to emerge champs; Conquerors end 3rd
GFF President Wayne Forde (right) and Ansa McAl’s Nigel Worrell jointly hands over the championship trophy to Den Amstel Captain Kester Jacobs with his ecstatic teammates savouring the moment.
Eagles United land first GT Beer c/ship with 2-1 o/t win over arch rivals Net Rockers Drakes is MVP as Winners Connection beat Botofago for 3rd place New GT Beer football champions Eagles United in celebration mode.
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