The Ministry of Public Security, together with the Guyana Police Force, have again announced that the 2 am curfew will once again be relaxed for the Christmas holidays.
The 2 am closing deadline is usually applied to bars, nightclubs and other places of entertainment, and is seen as a measure to curb drinking after certain hours.
However, according to a release, “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 entities have taken the liberty to do away with the deadline for the remainder of the season.
The period of relaxation will take effect from today and last until January 8, 2019. The curfew will be reinstituted on January 9.
In a release from the Ministry, it was pointed out that while the entities are being lenient in this regard, partygoers are still reminded that other laws will still thoroughly be enforced, including those related to drinking and driving and noise nuisance. As such, there will be an increase in vehicular patrols and in the number of policemen assigned to party spots.
“Party goers are advised to get a designated driver and ensure noise levels at partying spots are not excessive. Everything in moderation is what is called for,” the release stated, before urging Guyanese to be “safety conscious” during the season, particularly on the roadways.
