The Ministry of Public Security has announced that the 02:00hrs closing of night spots and other places of entertainment in Guyana has been relaxed for the Christmas Season.

The period for which the curfew will NOT be in effect runs from December 21,2018 to January 7, 2019.

“Consequent upon an inundation of requests from businesses, Guyanese back home for the holidays, the general public and even senior public officials seeking to fully enjoy the Christmas Season, the Ministry of Public Security wishes to announce that, in conjunction with the Guyana Police Force, it will seek to relax the enforcement of the 2:00 am business deadline for bars, night clubs and other places of entertainment,” the ministry said.

It said that at the moment , it is a time for celebration and since the Guyanese spirit is well known,the Ministry is persuaded and sees the need for the relaxation.

The ministry said that all other laws will be thoroughly enforced in the interim. These include those those prohibiting drinking and driving and noise nuisance and it was noted that the enforcement will see more vehicular patrols and policemen outside partying spots. The ministry urged party goers to find a designated driver and ensure noise levels at partying spots are not excessive. “Everything in moderation is what is called for,” the agency said.

The Ministry expressed holiday wishes to the populace and urged everyone  be particularly safety-conscious , especially on the roadways, during the busy Christmas season.