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Traffic cops renew call for proper headlights, helmets after fatal ECD crash

February 9, 2026 Staff Reporter

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Traffic officials are again urging motorists to avoid using excessively bright or improperly fitted headlights and are pressing motorcyclists and electric bike riders to wear helmets, following a recent fatal accident on the East Coast of Demerara. The warnings came during a road safety programme where members of the Guyana Police Force and the National […]

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6,500+ Illegal Third Lane Violations Recorded on Cameras

January 28, 2026 Staff Reporter

-585 Already Processed in Court GPF || The Guyana Police Force has reported that, utilising footage from the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS), more than 6,500 illegal third lane violations have been recorded along monitored roadways. An illegal third lane violation occurs when a motorist unlawfully drives on the outer or shoulder lane of the […]

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“Take your time on the roadways” — Region Six Police Commander urges amid increased accidents

January 19, 2026 Staff Reporter

Following a recent increase in accidents in Region Six, including several caused by speeding, Region Six Police Commander Shivpersaud Bacchus is urging motorists to be cautious when using the roadways. During a recent engagement with reporters, Bacchus said that all accidents recorded in the region this year were the result of reckless driving, including alcohol […]

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Clarifying vehicle tint regulations -WHAT MOTORISTS NEED TO KNOW

December 30, 2025 Staff Reporter

With a wave of misinformation circulating and causing confusion among motorists, this article serves to clearly outline the facts on Guyana’s new Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic (Tint) Regulations 2025, using only official information issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Authorities have urged the public to rely solely on verified government sources for guidance, […]

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Illegal driver’s licence holders given six weeks to surrender before names go public -Pres Ali

December 9, 2025 Staff Reporter

“We have to prosecute all parties involved” Drivers who secured licences without passing the legally required exams are being given six weeks to surrender themselves and restart the process, or have their names published in the newspaper, President Dr. Irfaan Ali warned on Tuesday. The Head of State issued the stern caution while addressing ranks […]

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Sharp rise in E-tickets, over 1000 still owed

December 6, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has recorded an explosive increase in electronic tickets as digital enforcement takes hold across the country. Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken reported that e-tickets jumped from just over 800 in 2024 to almost 25,000 this year, pointing to tougher oversight on speeding and other road offences. According to the Commissioner, […]

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‘Measure is clear and consistent’ -Nandlall clarifies gov’t tint policy

December 3, 2025 Staff Reporter

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, S.C., on his weekly Issues in the News programme, addressed what he described as unnecessary confusion surrounding the government’s newly announced vehicle tint rules. He said the move forms part of broader road safety reforms, noting the state of fatal accidents and negligent road use continues […]

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Gov’t to introduce tougher penalties for speeding -Nandlall

December 3, 2025 Staff Reporter

Attorney General Anil Nandlall, S.C., says government is moving ahead with stronger enforcement measures to reduce speeding and save lives on Guyana’s roadways. Speaking on his weekly Issues in the News programme, Nandlall said the high number of fatal accidents and the “great misuse and negligent use of our public roadways” continue to be matters […]

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$75,000 fine for illegal tint, police to use meters on spot -Minister Walrond

December 1, 2025 Staff Reporter

Guyana’s new tint policy will move into full enforcement from December 31, with motorists facing a $75,000 fine if they fail to meet the updated national standards. The Guyana Police Force has been instructed to refrain from enforcement until the deadline, after which they will be equipped with tint meters to test vehicles on the […]

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Gov’t introduces new tint rules -35% light penetration now allowed without waiver

November 28, 2025 Staff Reporter

Home Affairs Minister Oneidge Walrond on Friday announced major changes to Guyana’s vehicle tint regulations, saying the new system takes immediate effect and is designed to remove delays, confusion and unfairness in how waivers are handled. Following consultations with the Guyana Police Force and technical experts, the Minister confirmed that all motor vehicles will now […]

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