Parliament, regional councils temporarily dissolved for elections

Last Updated on Friday, 4 July 2025, 13:10 by Writer

President Irfaan Ali on Thursday signed proclamations to prorogue the Parliament of Guyana and the ten regional councils, clearing the way for the general and regional elections on September 1, 2025, according to government’s Department of Public Information (DPI).

In accordance with Article 70 (2) of the Constitution, Proclamation No.1 of 2025 officially prorogued the 12^th Parliament of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana. Additionally, the proclamation will also temporarily discontinue the Regional Democratic Councils, in accordance with Article 73 (2) of the Constitution.

July 14 is Nomination Day when the political parties, whose symbols have been already approved, will submit their lists of candidates to the Chief Elections Officer.

The President urged all Guyanese to participate fully in the elections process, as is their democratic right, emphasising their critical role in the decision-making process of electing a government that represents their interests. Eyes will now be on the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) in the run-up to September 1 as the elections body will oversee the preparation and execution of the voting process.

“Free and fair elections are the lifeblood of a democratic state. The upcoming elections represent our country’s commitment to renewing the democratic covenant between its citizens and government,” the President said in a live broadcast on his Facebook page.

The president reiterated his support for GECOM, noting, “I remain confident in its ability to hold, free, fair, and credible elections. I urge all Guyanese to support the work of GECOM.”