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…stakeholders say demands are non-negotiableThe ‘Citizens in Defence of Human Rights and Free and Fair Elections’ group yesterday engaged in another round of protest action outside of the State-owned National Communications Network (NCN) Studios on Homestretch Avenue, and is seeking also to have a meeting with the entity’s administration by this Friday.One of the demands that the grouping is looking to have put in place, and for which they say there will be is no compromise, is the equitable access to the State-owned media by all political parties so that there can be guaranteed free and fair elections on November 28.‘Citizens in Defence of Human Rights and Free and Fair Elections’ outside NCN’s Homestretch Avenue studios yesterdayThe group comprises individuals such as Chartered Accountant and Attorney-at-Law Christopher Ram, Trade Unionists Norris Witter and Lincoln Lewis, Social Activist Karen De Souza and Former Parliamentarian Africo Selman among others.Speaking on behalf of his colleagues, Lewis said that should their demands not be met they are prepared to take even more affirmative action in a bid to have free and fair elections in Guyana.Lewis told this publication during the protest action yesterday that,China Jerseys, “the letter is merely asking for a meeting with NCN, because they have said that they have a very strategic role in the whole question of delivering free and fair elections in Guyana.”He says that if this is the position of the administration of NCN then they have to put the requisite mechanism in place, that is, for NCN to remove the monopoly that the ruling party has on the television station.The trade unionist says that they are very optimistic that their demands will be met.He did indicate that should their demands not be met by Friday then they will have to meet among themselves to chart a way forward and intensify the struggle where possible.The picketing exercise, he explained,Wholesale Jerseys China, is a part of their strategy in moving on the issue, adding that “nothing in this country is ever achieved unless it is fought for from the current administration”.Lewis said, “When it comes to the question of discriminating, which they (administration) are known for,Wholesale Jerseys Free Shipping, they will not relent unless people take to the street.”Lincoln LewisThe veteran trade unionist who has been a vociferous member of the grouping says that communication between stakeholders is important adding that even in countries where there is intense war there still is some level of communication between warring factions.“Even in Afghanistan when they are bombing, people are talking.”He stressed that in order for their group to achieve their goal they have to speak to the relevant authorities and a specific demand “is that equal access be given to all political parties.”Lewis pointed out that it is not just a question of a ruling and main political opposition party, but there are many parties that have a constitutional right to access the state media and have their platforms heard so that the electorate can make informed decisions come polling day.“What you have are political parties with equal constitutional rights at this juncture entering into the election.”He stressed too that, “there will be no question…that is non-negotiable when it comes to the question of timing and one party will be given more than the other. No way it is not going to operate like that.”Lewis said that it is grossly unfair to have the ruling party be left with such unfettered access to the State media pointing out that,Jerseys NFL Wholesale China, “this is not the day-to-day governing of the country…it is an election”.On the previous day, Lewis had met with media operatives and in a similar vein had stated that the announcement made by President Bharrat Jagdeo in deferring suspension of CNS TV 6 is testimony to the fact that a people united and unrelenting can achieve what is justly theirs.“This struggle for the right to freedom of expression has just commenced and the minimum standards for free,Cheap NFL Jerseys Authentic, fair and credible elections remain.”At that time he had reiterated the issue of coverage by the state-owned NCN and Chronicle is a right of the people and their rights are non-negotiable.“The people of this country continue to demand open and equal access to the state media, since our tax dollars fund the upkeep of these institutions…This battle is not over and we must remain focused, keeping our eyes on the prize, which is free, fair and credible elections.”He had further stated that the reported 5-minute per week offer to the opposition by NCN is ludicrous and makes a mockery of democracy.Lewis called this offer a gross insult

— set to continue multi-year agreement discussion with Govt.Teachers should be given the right to support the work of the Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) if they so desire. However, they are not always granted this privilege,NFL Jerseys Cheap, at least not without a fight. And GTU is prepared to battle for the rights of its teachers.According to President of the Union, Mr. Mark Lyte, “We have had challenges for the deductions for dues. Teachers have applied several times but still can’t get things going.”He was at the time explaining the process of becoming a member of the GTU even as he highlighted the obstacle preventing teachers from doing so.The application process, according to him, entails teachers writing to their respective Regional Offices requesting that the Regional Executive Officers make the necessary Union fee deductions.“On many occasions the deductions are not made for reason(s) that we don’t know; so there is frustration on the part of the teachers who are desirous of becoming members of the Unions,” related Lyte.He is however hopeful that this would be one of the issues faced by the GTU during the past year that will be urgently addressed in 2016.Currently the Union represents some 7,000 teachers spread across 39 branches who teach in the public education system. And once the issue of the stalled deductions is addressed more teachers will be granted the privilege to solidify their membership with the Union.Lyte is optimistic that this matter could be addressed under his tenure. He was elected to be president in 2014 replacing Colin Bynoe. And Lyte told this publication that he is definitely vying for the presidency again this year.The GTU is slated to conduct its biennial conference next April. The results of an election will be announced determining whether Lyte will continue at the helm. The election is usually held prior to the conference which is expected to be held in Bartica.Among his projections for the New Year is the completion of a constitutional reform for the GTU. This,NFL Jerseys Supply, according to Lyte, will include improving some areas that have been identified for attention such as the mode of elections.Once he is re-elected,Cheap Jerseys From China, Lyte has plans to develop and complete a five-year strategic plan to help chart a guided way forward for the GTU. The GTU President is hoping to be a part of continued discussions with Government regarding the multi-year agreement that will govern the remuneration package and other benefits for teachers. “We want to cross all the T’s and dot all the I’s in 2016 regarding this multi-year agreement,” said Lyte.Soon after assuming the position of President, Lyte had touted a 20 per cent across the board pay increase as suitable for public school teachers.The last multi-year agreement was inked with the previous Government – the People’s Progressive Party/Civic – in 2011 and will expire at the end of this month. The agreement was one that catered to a five per cent pay hike for teachers at the beginning of each year during the life of the agreement.But Lyte had earlier informed this publication that continued negotiations will not only address an increase in salaries,NFL Jerseys China, but also other benefits that the Union believes teachers should be entitled to.“Our focus is not only on salary issues but also on non-salary issues as well,Wholesale NFL Jerseys China,” said the GTU President who noted that the proposed package for teachers will include duty free concessions, allowances for head teachers and principals.Although Lyte hasn’t revealed the details of the agreement being proposed by the Union he had however earlier told this publication, “We are also looking to include incentives for the lecturers at the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) and the technical institutes because they are our members as well, and we intend to bring them on board in terms of the benefits we expect them to have.”He’d intimated too that “We are looking to put a complete package together that will help the Ministry focus on the welfare of our teachers.”This move is imperative, Lyte had insisted since the Union is cognisant of the fact that the teaching profession has become very stressful and that teachers should be properly compensated for their efforts.Lyte had even then revealed the GTU’s intention to not make the craft its proposal without the input of teachers.He noted,Wholesale Jerseys China, “We are allowing for the input from all levels of teachers. We are going on the ground to our various branches to hear what teachers would want us to include in their pay package.”