$447M Deeds and Commercial Registries Building commissioned at Suddie

Residents and businesses in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) now have greater access to essential legal services following the commissioning of a new Deeds & Commercial Registries Authority (DCRA) office in Suddie.

The newly established office is expected to streamline key processes such as land title transfers, business registrations, and other legal transactions, eliminating the need for lengthy travel to Georgetown.

The commissioning ceremony was led by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali and Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall.

In his feature address, President Ali underscored the crucial role of the justice system in a developing country and the government’s determination to modernise legal services. He emphasised the urgency of aligning the legal sector with the broader development goals of the country.

“In a fast-growing economy like ours, where investment is pouring in and businesses are expanding, we cannot afford a legal system that struggles to keep pace. Decentralisation and modernisation are not luxuries; they are necessities,” the president said.

Meanwhile, Attorney General Nandlall, who has long advocated for improved legal services across the country, described the new facility as a transformative step for Region Two. He noted that for years, residents of Essequibo have faced significant challenges in accessing legal services.

Nandlall also highlighted that the newly opened office marks a turning point, emphasising that this development is about more than just a physical structure. He said it represents a commitment to improving access to justice, restoring dignity, and ensuring that the people of Essequibo receive the same level of legal service as those in Georgetown.

With the new building now fully operational, the Attorney General expressed confidence that residents and businesses in the region will benefit from more efficient service delivery.

He also revealed that the government is actively working to establish a similar facility in Berbice, reinforcing its commitment to nationwide accessibility.

The new facility was constructed to the tune of $447 million.