Georgetown :Dr. Barton Scotland, former Guyanese Diplomat, was appointed unopposed as Speaker of the National Assembly during the convening of the historic l1th Parliament today.
Nominated by Ms Amna Ali, Minister of Social Cohesion, and seconded by Mrs. Cathy Hughes, Minister of Tourism, Dr Scotland’s appointment as the eighth Speaker comes as a fulfilment of popular expectation.
Upon acceding to the highly responsible Speaker’s position, Dr. Scotland declared that the election presented an opportunity (for all) to join and work together.“By electing me Speaker, you have presented me with the opportunity to join with you in fulfilling the legislative programme. I invite you to let us work together to that end and may our efforts be crowned with success.”
