Two gold miners have taken legal action against the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) and the Minister of Natural Resources; who they say have unlawfully ordered their 32 mining claims to be shut down.
They say that an offer of alternative lands by the minister cannot suffice; given their investment in the 32 claims.
It is against this background that they are seeking an injunction against both the minister and Commission, from taking any further steps to shutter their operations.