Guyana
MDCA
Formally: Municipal and District Councils Act
Municipal and District Councils Act, Cap. 28:01, and Local Democratic Organs Act
30/100
Sunshine Score
30/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Advance Notice | 3 days |
|---|---|
| Public Comment | Not required |
| Closed Sessions | 7 permitted categories |
| Minutes | Required |
| Recording | Not required |
| Remote Participation | Not allowed |
| Enforcement | Voidable, legislature exempt |
Agenda & Notice Requirements
Regular Meetings
3 days
Online posting: Not required
Public Participation
Public Comment
Not required
Written Comment
Not allowed
Virtual Meetings
Member Remote Participation
Not allowed
Public Remote Comment
Not allowed
Closed Sessions
Closed (executive) sessions: Allowed under specific circumstances
Permitted Categories
Meeting Minutes
Minutes Required
Yes
Online posting: Not required
Recording & Broadcast
Recording Required
No
Broadcast Required
No
Enforcement
Violation Effect
Voidable
Standing to Sue
Any person with a legitimate interest may seek judicial review
Enforcement Body
Commissioner of Information; Ministry of Local Government
Scope
This law applies to:
Legislature: Exempt (follows own rules)
Sources & References
Notes
Guyana's Municipal and District Councils Act (Cap. 28:01) and the 1980 Local Democratic Organs Act establish the framework for municipal councils, Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs), and Regional Democratic Councils (RDCs). Council meetings are required to be public. The Access to Information Act 2011 covers meeting records. The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development supervises compliance.