Newland Lumberyard unlicensed

The Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC) says that Newland Lumberyard located at Blankenburg, Den Amstel, West Coast Demerara has failed to meet several requirements and a decision has been taken not to license the facility for 2007 unless these requirements are met.

Commissioner of Forests James Singh said in a press release that the lumberyard is therefore prohibited from engaging in further purchase and sale of any forest produce.

“The GFC is further advising the general public and instructing all holders of State Forest Concessions not to transact business of any kind with Newland Lumberyard until further notice,” the Commissioner said. He added that all forestry operators must be licensed for 2007.