Latest update January 1st, 2025 1:00 AM

Guyana's largest selling daily and New York's most popular weekly

Latest News

$1.8B budgeted for justice system

Feb 15, 2009 News

More than $1.8 billion have been budgeted for the operation, modernisation and strengthening of the judicial system this year.

The 2009 Budget also has provisions for establishment of a Family Court and a comprehensive backlog reduction plan.

Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh said that the Family Court is a key element in the reform of the justice system.

According to him, the court will be established as a division within the High Court, and is expected to result in more timely, sensitive and effective resolution of matters, including those related to marriage and children; and will complement the extensive overhauling of legislation affecting children.

In addition to continuing the upgrade of facilities, a number of initiatives will be implemented for modernising justice administration and the environment in which the courts operate, with the objective of ensuring more timely dispensing of justice, the minister added.

According to him, the implementation of new civil procedure rules will bring into effect a process that is expected to reduce the length of time from filing to hearing of a case. “These rules are currently receiving the benefit of consultations.”

In addition, Minister Singh said, the introduction of case management conferences will result in improved case flow.

The development of a comprehensive backlog reduction plan will be done, he stated.

According to Minister Singh, this year will also see the strengthening of accountability in the judicial system, with the implementation of a Judicial Service Commission Act and Code of Conduct, which will include the establishment of sanction provisions, mechanisms for filing of complaints, and timeliness guidelines.

In addition, a plan will be prepared to strengthen the functional and operational relationship between the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and the Police Force, including a timeline for the DPP to assume responsibility for indictable and narcotics cases, the minister said.

Similar Articles

The Glenn Lall Show | December, 2nd, 2024

Follow on Tik Tok @Glennlall

THE BLUNT OF THE DAY

Sports

Keevin Allicock – the next torchbearer for Guyanese professional boxing

Keevin Allicock – the next torchbearer for Guyanese professional...

Dec 31, 2024

By Rawle Toney Kaieteur Sports- In the rich tapestry of Guyanese sports, few names shine as brightly as Keevin Allicock. A prodigious talent with the rare blend of skill, charisma, and grit, Allicock...
Read More
Guyana Harpy Eagles begin Fitness Preparation for 2025 CWI Regional Four-Day Tournament

Guyana Harpy Eagles begin Fitness Preparation for...

Dec 31, 2024

The business end has arrived, a place in the final is at stake tomorrow night

The business end has arrived, a place in the...

Dec 31, 2024

Thirteen-year-old benefits from Project “Cricket Gear for young and promising cricketers in Guyana”

Thirteen-year-old benefits from Project...

Dec 31, 2024

Milerock stop Winners Connection 9-3 behind Drakes 5 goal spree, Botafago humble Capital Fc 8-3

Milerock stop Winners Connection 9-3 behind...

Dec 31, 2024

Dharry reigns supreme with second-round KO against Ramirez

Dharry reigns supreme with second-round KO...

Dec 30, 2024

Features/Columnists

Publisher’s Note

Freedom of speech is our core value at Kaieteur News. If the letter/e-mail you sent was not published, and you believe that its contents were not libellous, let us know, please contact us by phone or email.

Feel free to send us your comments and/or criticisms.
Contact: 624-6456; 225-8452; 225-8458; 225-8463; 225-8465; 225-8473 or 225-8491.
Or by Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

Weekend Cartoon

Bridge Watch

Demerara Harbour Bridge

> Berbice Bridge […]