-no fault divorce, gender equality among key provisions
The Matrimonial Causes (Amendment) Bill was yesterday passed with broad support in the National Assembly and will enshrine no fault divorces and other progressive provisions such as alimony for both men and women.
The proposed changes address fundamental aspects of family law, reflecting a significant shift in the regulation of marriage and divorce in Guyana. This bill promises to profoundly impact the lives of every Guyanese, according to Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall and marks the culmination of a process that began 16 years ago when Education Minister Priya Manickchand was serving as Minister of Human Services.