THE government announced its intention to introduce the Data Protection Bill 2023 in the National Assembly soon and as part of its policy to engage in public consultations on important pieces of intended legislation, it is inviting submissions and recommendations from national stakeholder organisations and members of the public in relation to the draft Bill.

Interested parties can access the draft Bill on the Attorney General and Ministry of Legal Affairs website www.mola.gov.gy.

Submissions and recommendations are invited within 21 days from the date of the announcement via email at agchambersmola@gmail.com.

According to the Attorney General’s Chambers, the government will also circulate the draft Bill to relevant national stakeholder organizations for their submissions and recommendations within a similar timeframe.

The Data Protection Bill 2023 is aimed at safeguarding the privacy and personal data of individuals, including their right to control the use of their personal information. The legislation is expected to bring Guyana in line with international best practices on data protection and privacy.

The government’s invitation for public consultation underscores its commitment to transparent and inclusive lawmaking processes. The government has emphasized that it values the input and perspectives of all stakeholders in the development of laws that affect the public.