GENERAL NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

The Commission of Inquiry into the capsizing of the M/V “BARIMA” informs the general public that all persons wishing to participate in the Inquiry may apply to the Commission for standing by contacting the Secretary of the Commission:

                        Mr. Javed Shaddick

                        Secretary

                        Commission of Inquiry into the Capsizing of the M/V “BARIMA”

Arthur Chung Conference Centre, 5-E ½ Orchid Drive, Liliendaal, East Coast, Demerara

presidentialcommissiongy@gmail.com

Tel: 592-674-7473

The Commission will consider all applications and may grant standing if it is satisfied that an applicant:

•           has played or may have played, a direct and significant role in relation to the subject matter of the Inquiry or has relevant evidence or information relating to the subject matter of the Inquiry;

•           has a substantial, personal or direct interest in the subject-matter of the Inquiry whether as a witness, survivor, family member of a victim or otherwise;

•           may be subject to explicit or significant criticism during the proceedings of the Inquiry or in the Report;

•           should participate in the Inquiry as his or her participation may be helpful to the Commission in fulfilling the Terms of Reference.

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