Justice Cummings-Edwards sworn in as member of JSC

Justice Yonette Cummings-Edwards, Chief Justice (Ag) takes her Oath as a Member of the Judicial Service Commission, before President David Granger. (Ministry of the Presidency photo)

Acting Chief Justice Yonette Cummings-Edwards was yesterday sworn in as a member of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) and President David Granger says that it was significant since it is a step forward towards fulfilling important constitutional needs.

The Oath was taken at the Ministry of the Presidency.

“As you know we have taken measures to ensure the autonomy and integrity of the judiciary in Guyana and it is not just a matter of prescription but also a matter of practice,” Granger said in brief remarks to the small gathering which