Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Chief-of-Staff Brigadier Godfrey Bess has announced the promotion of 628 ranks, with effect from January 1, 2021.
According to a GDF statement, 287 Other Ranks were confirmed in their rank, while another 341 were elevated in rank in accordance with the Defence Act.
The soldiers were promoted through ranks ranging from Substantive Warrant Officer Class One to Acting Lance Corporal, and the list includes 17 ranks from the Coast Guard and another 35 from the Guyana People’s Militia (GPM).
Leading the Other Ranks’ promotions are Warrant Officers Class One Kurt Trotman and Selwyn Douglas. Leading the list at the Coast Guard is Acting Chief Petty Officer Charlton Phillips, while, at the GPM, acting Warrant Officer Class Two, Glendon Aaron headed the list.
Those who have been confirmed in rank have been appointed to “Substantive” rank after previously “Acting” in their positions.
The promotion of officers is to be announced.
The Chief-of-Staff has extended congratulations to all the promoted soldiers, the statement added.
