THE Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC) has said it is illegal for any person to clear, build unauthorised structures on, and unlawfully occupy, the GFC’s Reserve in the vicinity of Long Creek, Linden Highway.The Commission is calling on all unauthorised persons to immediately cease this unlawful occupation and all associated activities, or necessary measures will be taken as prescribed by the law.

GFC is reminding all citizens that squatting will not be tolerated on the lands that it manages on behalf of the Government of Guyana. Members of the public are encouraged to report any suspected squatting on forest reserves to the Guyana Forestry Commission on telephone numbers 226-7271/72 or at the nearest forest station.