November 2016

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News Room took to the streets today and spoke with some of the citizens about their views on the 2017 National Budget which was read in the National Assembly. While some citizens stood with the government on the measures announced, others…

Leader of the Opposition, Bharrat Jagdeo has described budget 2017 as the worst he has ever seen in the history of Guyana. He says this is based on the fact that it brings the most taxes and would create more hardship for thousands of…

By Leroy Smith The Leader of the Opposition has commenced shortlisting applicants for the post of Chairman of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM). The News Room has received unconfirmed reports that the parliamentary opposition is…

By Royan Abrams A West Coast Berbice man has been arrested by ranks of the Fort Wellington Police station after he failed to report the death of his wife who passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2016, after she complained of having…

By Royan Abrams A 7-year-old Wellington Park Primary School student who was struck down by a speeding motor car on the pedestrian crossing on his way to school last Friday has since succumbed to his injuries. Dawin Prince of Kiltearn…

As part of Budget 2017, several measures were outlined to improve tax administration through the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA); one being the revision of the Income Tax Act Chapter 81:01 to allow the authority to garnish funds from bank…

By Avenash Ramzan Siblings Kamesh and Bhaskar Yadram were outstanding on Sunday as they led Enterprise A team to title honours in a four-team, fund-raising cricket competition organised by the Enterprise Busta Sports Club. Playing in…

While the increase in the Value Added Tax (VAT) threshold from $10M to $15M for companies was welcomed by the Private Sector Commission (PSC), the introduction of 14% VAT on water and electricity is seen as a burden. During an interview…

By Avenash Ramzan Team Evolution’s top wheelsman Orville Hinds has one again emerged as the country’s leading rider following the conclusion of the 2016 season. He was easily the best cyclist on show this year, chalking up the most wins.…