Moore sworn-in as ombudsman

New Ombudsman, retired judge Winston Moore (second right) poses with from right Opposition Leader David Granger, President Donald Ramotar and Attorney General Anil Nandlall. (Arian Browne photo).

Former judge Winston Moore was yesterday sworn in as Ombudsman by President Donald Ramotar, bringing an end to an almost ten-year vacancy in the crucial constitutional office.

Moore took the oath of office during a simple ceremony at the Office of the President (OP) in the presence of Opposition Leader David Granger, Attorney General Anil Nandlall and a handful of members of the local bar and relatives.

In brief remarks moments after being sworn in, Moore said that staff to support the work of the office—