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MINISTRY OF TOURISM, INDUSTRY a coMMERCE Annual Report 2003 Submitted Pursuant To Public Service Ministry Circular No.
P.S: 14/1 111 Dated 13th January 1986 LL r-r CONTENTS PAGE 1.0 Executive Summary 2.0 Mission Statement 3.0 Organization & Management 4.0 Description of Divisions and Departments 4.1 Administration and Support Services 4.2 Tourism 4.3 Industrial Development 4.4 Commerce 4.5 Consumer Affairs 4.6 Data Unit 5.0 Summary and Review of Current Year's Programme 5.1 Administration and Support Services 5.2 Tourism 5.3 Industrial Development 5.4 Commerce 5.5 Consumer Affairs 5.6 Data Unit 6.0 Annexes (i) 2003 Budget.
(ii) Ministry's Organisation Chart 2 5 6 6 6 27 28 30 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1.1 During the year, the Ministry was successful in achieving major targets set at the beginning of the year under review.

Despite manpower and equipment constraints and major electrical problems, the Ministry's performance was commendable.
1.2 The technical divisions achieved their objectives specifically in areas such as marketing of Guyana's tourism product overseas, promotion of industrial development, educating consumers of their rights and responsibility, the resolution of consumer complaints and preparation of draft legislations to facilitate local trade.
1.3 Guyana eco-tourism product was marketed through various means namely (i) Participation at conference and trade fairs (ii) Printing of brochures and production of CD Guyana Naturally (iii) launch of My Guyana Eldorado Magazine and Eco-Vision , Newsletter (iv) Participation of media representatives from North America on a fam trip to eco-resorts in the hinterland region.

In an effort to continue the development' of Guyana's Tourism product, a Charrette and Seminar were held.
The Charette identified and considered three areas listed below with the aitn of developing their tourism products.

(i) Historical Georgetown (ii) The Rupununi Savannahs (iii) The Kaieteur National Park 2 A Seminar was held at Anna Regina on Planning for Tourism Development in Region 2 Pomeroon/Supernaam.

At this Seminar the Tourism products of the Region were identified with the aim of further actions to be taken for their development.

During the year the "War on Bad M anners Campaign" was launched.
This campaign sought to instill in Guyanese the need to portray good manners at all times.
This campaign was carried out using various means, namely: The radio and TV (i) (ii) Calypso competition (iii) Production of CD r1.4 With a view to encourage investment in Guyana and to provide a business friendly environment the action stated below was taken: (i) Un — utilized plots at the Eccles and Coldingen Industrial Estates were repossessed and re-allocated to investors who are serious in building their factories and start businesses at the earliest possible time.
1.5 It is to be noted that the Commerce Division was formed in June, 2001 after the portfolio of the Ministry changed to Tourism, Industry and Commerce from Trade, Tourism and Industry.

Despite the shortage of staff in the division, the majority of its targets under its work [programme were achieved, for example: (i) Applications for s uspensions o f CET were processed, with firms being consulted and objections made to the requests as appropriate.
(iii) A data base of consumption tax concessions from 2001 to date was created and regular periodic reports of consumption tax remissions produced.

 t. (iii) Support was provided to the Ministry of Foreign Trade and International Cooperation through providing analyses of the domestic impact of a wide range of trade issues (such as those between CARICOM and Costa Rica) and multilateral commitments.
(iv) Background work has been done on the practicalities of applying competition policy to a small developing country such as Guyana.

CARICOM Secretariat have almost completed a model Competition Bill which the Ministry intends to implement, with suitable modifications if necessary.

(v) Work has begun on considering the issues surrounding the implementation of an Anti-Dumping policy and the practicalities involved in the setting up of an Anti- Dumping Agency.

1.6.
1.6.

 The Consumers Affairs Division continue to implement activities in 2003 to educate consumers of their rights and responsibilities on the print and electronic ,4nedia Consumers complaints were dealt with and approximately 55%0 lebmplaint were resolved.

A Draft Consumer Protection Bill has been completed.

It is expected`.114py the passage of this Bill in Parliament the percentage rest-Antic:in of conAer complaints will be increased significantly since the bill makes provisiOns.ii0.
resolve difficult consumer complaint cases which are pt esently not resolved.

Administration and support services division continued in its efforts 40 proytd working environment conducive to the accomplishment,of the objectives sattiy the technical divisions.

Maintenance to computers and other equipment were done as scheduled.

The fire escape was repaired and five new computers procured .
These and other activities were completed to provide tools and right atmosphere for the accomplishment of the goals of the Ministry.

1.7 As noted before the Ministry was able to achieve its major objectives despite serious constraints.

This success was due to teamwork among staff members within and across divisions.

This approach to planning, organizing and implementation of the Ministry's workprogramme will continue in 2004.
Kenneth Jordon Permanent Secretary ANENT SECRETARY N iNISTRY OF TOURISM ,DUSTRY AND COMMERCE 22.9 South Road, Lacytown Georgetown 2.0 MISSION STATEMENT 2.1.

To formulate and provide an effective mechanism for the implementation, evaluation and improvement of policies, the aim of which will be to facilitate economic and social improvement through coordinated actions in the areas of Commerce, Tourism, Industrial Development and Consumer Affairs.
5 3.0 ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT 3.1 The Ministry is comprised of the following six (6) Divisions (See Organizational Chart at Annex 2): Administration and Support Services Tourism Industrial Development i. ii.

iii.

iv.

Commerce v. vi.


Data Unit Consumer Affairs 4.0 DESCRIPTION OF DIVISIONS AND DEPARTMENTS .4.1 ADMINISTRATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES 4.1.1 The Administration and Support Services Division comprises four (4) Sections, namely: (i) Personnel OW Accounts (iii) Registry, and (iv) General Administration 4.1.2 The AUTHORISED staff complement of the PERSONNEL UNIT is a Senior Personnel Officer, a Personnel Officer 11, and two Personnel Officers 1.
The ACTUAL staff strength as at December 31, 2003 was a Senior Personnel Officer and a Personnel Officer 11 (50%).

4.1.3 The AUTHORISED staff complement of the ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT is a Principal Assistant Secretary (Finance), an Accountant, an Accounts Clerk 111 and two Accounts Clerk 11.
The A CTUAL s taff s trength as at D ecember 3 1, 2003, was a Principal Assistant Secretary (Finance), an Accountant, an Accounts Clerk 111 and one Accounts Clerk 11 (80%) 6 4.1.4 The AUTHORISED staff complement of the Registry is a Senior Registry Supervisor, a Registry Supervisor and eight (8) Typist Clerk 1/11.

The ACTUAL staff strength as at December 31, 2003 was one (1) Senior Registry Supervisor and four (4) Typist Clerks 1/11.
4.1.5 The AUTHORISED staff complement of the General Administration is a Principal Assistant Secretary (General), an Assistant S ecretary (General), a C lerk 1 1 (General), s even ( 7) Confidential Secretaries, two (2) Driver mechanics, one (1) Telephonist / Receptionist, one (1) Senior Office Assistant, four (4) Office Assistants, and two (2) Cleaners.
The ACTUAL staff strength as at December 31, 2 003 was a P rincipal Assistant Secretary (General) two (2) Confidential Secretaries, one (1) Telephonist / Receptionist, three (3) Office Assistants and two (2) Cleaners (57%).

4.1.6 Mission To provide prompt and efficient support needs in areas of resource management, accounting and finance, general office support and secretarial and typing.

4.1.7 Key Responsibilities > Provide effective Personnel and Accounting services.
> Enhancing u the Ministry's staffing and skills base.

> Prepare the:Ministry's Annual Report.

> Identify and acquire necessary equipment and materials to sustain optimum levels of output.

> Provide proper maintenance and care to buildings, equipment and surroundings.

 .

> Operate an effective Record Keeping System.

> Stimulate inter-personnel staff relations.

> Produce accurate reports and correspondences.

7 I iV 4.2 TOURISM.

4.2.1 The OW: rn.


: -staff complement of the Tourism Division is tIfieDirectot..= o"€T6i4rism, an Assistant Director of Tourism, three Tourism--:brev*prnent Officers, a Research Analyst, a Research Aseistntf .

am- a Confidential Secretary.

4.2.2 The ACTUAL staff strength as at December 31, 2003 was one Research Assistant.
4.2.3 Mission 424 To develop and enhance a sustainable tourism sector in Guyana, within the wider context of Tourism Development in the Caribbean, and promote tourism products and the tourism industry with the goal of increasing net foreign exchange earnings from tourism.
Key Responsibilities • Develop .ecotourism in Guyana within the wider context of tourism development in the Caribbean • Monitor the development of the tourism industry • Enhance the regulatory environment for tourism • Identify tourism resources and facilitate their sustainable development • Conduct market research and analysis to facilitate the identification of market niches / segments • Facilitate investment in the tourism industry • Improve standards and quality of service in the hospitality sector and the reliability and -quality of.serciee of air transportation services • Provide training for industry stakeholders 8 4.3 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT 4.3.1 The AUTHORISED staff complement of the Industrial Development Division is a Director of Industrial Development, a Senior Industrial Development Analyst, Industrial Development Analysts, a Research Assistant and a Confidential Secretary.
three 4.3.2 The ACTUAL staff strength as at December 31, 2003 was a Senior Industrial Development Analyst, and two (2) Industrial Development Analysts and one (1) Research Assistant.
,4.3.3 Mission To formulate and improve industrial development policies and programmes aimed at defining investment opportunities, attracting new investments and encouraging industry competitiveness, 4.3.4 Key Responsibilities • Formulate an Industrial delielopment policy • Develop and implement policies that improve the fiscal • incentive regime and support investment expansion Develop and implement internationally attractive investment incentives industrial • Create linkages within and amongst industries and sectors • Publish an investment guide 9 4.4 COMMERCE 4.4.1 The AUTHORISED staff complement of the Commerce Division is one (1) Senior Foreign Trade Officer, two (2) Commerce Officers, one (1) Licensing Officer, and three (3) Licensing Clerks.
4.4.2 The ACTUAL staff strength as at December 31, 2003 was one (1) Commerce Officer, and three (3) Licensing Clerks.

4.4.3 Mission To develop an enabling business environment in Guyana.

4.4.4 Key Responsibilities n Enhance the regulatory and legislative environment for business.

n Develop legislation and set up necessary administrative bodies to enhance competition, and to work towards a level playing field for international trade.
n Provide analysis of the domestic impact of proposed trade policies and agreements, in support of participation in international trade negotiations by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and International Cooperation.

n Process applications for i mport and export licenses i n a timely and efficient manner.

n Encourage the development of E-Commerce and E-Business.

n Carry out analyses of domestic industries and markets to further their development and to provide briefing for policymakers.
n Liaise with the private sector in addressing issues dealing with trade and commerce.

10 43 CONSUMER AFFAIRS 4.5.1 The AUTHORISED staff complement of the Consumer Affairs Division is a Director of Consumer Affairs, two Consumer Affairs Officers, a Legal Officer, a Research Analyst, four Research Assistants and a Confidential Secretary.

4.5.2 The ACTUAL staff strength as at December 31, 2003 was one Consumer Affairs Officer, two Research Assistants and one Confidential Secretary, (40%).
4.5.3 Mission To provide sustained, coordinated programmes and measures to ensure consumer protection through policies and their implementation.

4.5.4 Key Responsibilities n Develop Consumer Protection Policies and draft legislation n Develop and implement consumer awareness programmes n Establish representation for consumer complaints and inquiries _ I Participate in standardization efforts directly related to consumer's interests.
n Coordinate, communicate and liaise with Government and non — government national and international consumer organizations n Establish and monitor a national protection advisory board n Monitor pricing, procurement and distribution of goods and services in the economy 11 4. f , I,:• 4.6 DATA UNIT 4.6.1.

The AUTHORISED staff complement of the Data Unit is a Manager, (Head), two Analyst Researchers and two Data Clerks.

4.6.2 The ACTUAL staff strength as at December 31, 2003 was nil.
4.6.3 Mission To service the data and information collection and processing needs of the Ministry of Tourism, Industry & Commerce 4.6.4 Key Responsibilities n Perform relevant analysis on data pertaining to Tourism, Industrial Development, Commerce and Consumer Affairs n Review existing formats used to collect, compile and store data n Store relevant data on computer n Conduct in-house computer software training.
5.0 SUMMARY AND REVIEW CURRENT YEAR'S 1 PROGRAMME 5.1 ADMINISTRATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION 5.1.1.

Significant efforts were made to enhancing the working environment and t o strengthen record keeping system; five new computers and five printers were procured to facilitate the work of the technical divisions.

5.1.2.

In the maintenance section, contracts were awarded for the rehabilitation of the electrical system, air-conditioners, computers and copier.
Vehicles and diesel plant were all serviced in a timely manner.

The Fire Escape was repaired and repainted.

5.1.3.

Security was regularized and strengthened ; public tendering, was carried out and contract awarded, resulting in ensuring that one Security Service has full responsibility for security of the Ministry thereby ending the dual security services from 2000.

5.1.4.
5.1.4.

The ACCOUNTS UNIT gave effective support to the Programmes, by providing timely release of funds to meet priority and routine needs.

Also, with the introduction of IFMAS, this unit provided advise and information of its impact on the Ministry and therefore the need for prudent management of financial,resources, and also proper accountability of such.

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13 5.1.5.

The PERSONNEL SECTION was actively involved in processing matters relating to recruitment, appointment, placement, promotion, training and development, and matters relating to industrial relations as well as conditions of service of employees, and updating Employee Record of Service.

(i) APPOINTMENTS Mr. Audry Gouveria Labourer 1 with effect from 6.1.03 Ms. Bibi Ayesha Khan Cleaner with effect from 1.3.03 Mr. Ean Mc.
Pherson Driver /Mechanic with effect from 21.7.03 Mr. Orwell Ogle Relief Office Assistant with effect from 2.9.03 to 1.12.03 Ms. Azuba Hinds Relief Typist Clerk with effect from 3.9.03 to 3.3.04.

RENEWAL OF CONTRACT / RE-APPOINTMENT PSM in conjunction with HPS approved the renewal of the following Contracts.

Ms. Kawattie Samlall, Technical Support Ofiicer, with effect from 29.1.03 Ms. Donna Shortt-Gill Media & Public Relations Officer, with effect from 31.5.03.
Mr. Shafdar Alli, Special Projects 0 fficer, w ith effect from 13.6.03 14 Ms. Joycelyn Brandford, Tourism Information Officer, with effect from 15.7.03 Ms. Dylcia Sylvester, Permanent Secretary with effect from 1.8.03 Administrative Assistant to CONTRACT RECOMMENDED AND FOR WHICH APPROVAL WAS AWAITED Ms kavita Ragoonauth, Confidential Secretary Minister to Ms. Timothy Daniels, ReSearch Assistant Mr. Ronald Doorgen .
Assistant Administrator / Accounting Officer.

Ms. Mary Alert Secretary (ii) RESIGNATION There were no resignations.

(iii) RETIREMENT Ms. Jermonica Walcott, Foreign Trade Officer (ag) retired from the Public Service with effect from 1.3.03.
Ms. Edith Parag, Assistant Secretary (G) , retired from the Public Service with Affect from 1.12.03. is 11 (iv) DISMISSALS Mr. Winston Dias Labourer, with effect from 27.7.02 (covering approval issued on 15.1.03) Ms. Marcelline Ramcharran, Personal Assistant to Minister, with effect from 6.2.03 END OF CONTRACT — CEASE EMPLOYMENT Ms. Carla James Research Assistant, contract expired on 18.10.03 Mr. Thani Siewdyal Commerce Officer, request to be re-employed was not granted.
(v) PROMOTIONS There were no promotions.

(vi) ACTING APPOINTMENTS The following persons were appointed / recommended to act in higher positions in 2003.
Ms. Rowena Figueira, Accountant, appointed to act as Principal Assistant Secretary (F) with effect from 23.12.02 to 16.3.03 Ms. Edith Parag, Assistant Secretary (G), was appointed to act as Principal Assistant Secretary (G), with effect from 13.2.03 to 26.3.03. , Ms. Patricia Fowler, Senior Registry Supervisor, was appointed to act as Assistant Secretary (G) with effect from 13.2.03 to 26.3.03 and from 23.9.03 inclusive.
ri 16 Ms. Avonie Lekha, Typist Clerk 11, was appointed to act as Senior Registry Supervisor, with effect from 12.03.03 to 26.03.03 and from 23.9.03 inclusive.

Mr. Willet Hamilton, Director of Foreign Trade, was appointed to a ct a s Permanent S ecretary, w ith e ffect from 1.7.03 inclusive.

Ms. Lisset Wills, Personnel Officer 1, was appointed to act as Senior Personnel Officer, with effect from 24.7.03 to 26.10.03.
Ms. Mignon Hope, Accounts Clerk .111, was appointed to act as Accountant, with effect from 1.10.03 inclusive.

(vii) TRANSFERS Ms Rowena Figueira, Accountant was transferred from this Ministry to the Ministry of Agriculture with effect from 1.10.03 (viii) REASSIGNMENTS Ms. Sonya Roopnauth, Permanent Secretary, was reassigned to the Ministry of Health with effect from 1.7.03.
(ix) TRAINING With a focus on Team Building, towards improving effectiveness and e fficiency, a rid taking into c onsideration the limited funding for accessing paid training, staff members participated fully in the PSM Training Programmes, to improve their theoretical skills.

Other training afforded were from Corporate Training and Document Center for enhancing managerial skills, Guyana Junior Chambers, for Secretarial improvement and advancement.
17 (x) WELFARE Birthdays, sympathy, get well, congratulation cards, were sent / given to members of staff as the occasion arose.

18 5.2 TOURISM DIVISION Item Target set, for 2003 Achieved / Not Achieved Analysis failures of success or Product 1.

Development .

2.

Marketing Produce Statistics.

- Analysing data from E/D Immigration the cards.
- Compile Calendar of for 2003 with Events categories as such natidnal holidays ports and cultural activities.

- Printing of Brochures Achieved Achieved Achieved Caribbean Data from E/D cards from Timehri were analysed and statistics produced.

Calendar of events compiled and circulated to the public, Tourism the local Organisation, and overseas organizations.
the Brochures Canje Bridge was printed to persons and circulated and organizations locally and overseas.

depicting other 1 - Provide information on Guyana Tourism Product on request.

Achieved Brochures, visitors figures persons on request.
magazines and facts tips, were to sent and organizations Install still display in at Jagan Airport - the Arrival Lounge Cheddie the International Timehri.

Achieved ' at at put on -Manequins were Arrival the display the Airport Longue and providing a warm for pleasant visitors arriving in Guyana for the holidays.
atmosphere - Attend ITB - Berlin Achieved Guyana's Tourism Products were well received at the Trade fair by Visitors.

- BWIA Fam Trip Achieved \ Public 3.

Relations Provide information on the tourism to school children and teachers through lectures.

sector Achieved 19 eco-lodges Government / writers visited our and were impressed our products.

Lectures schools in three.


were done in regions six and with 5.3 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DIVISION Item Target set for 2003 Achieved/ Not Achieved Partially Achieved of Analysis Success/Failure A meeting was held with the EAB at which the on the consultant's report Industrial EIA Site was partially accepted.

for Lethem 1.

To facilitate the provision of development lands at Industrial Estates 1.1.
Lethem 1.2 Eccles report on Finalize the Environment Impact assessment conducted for and the Lethem Site to request the commence development work, from Environmental the I Protection Agency permission Partially Achieved re-tender for Conduct prepare a consultant to the Lethem design for Industrial Estate and to construction supervise work.
undertaken Conduct regular visit to to Industrial Site the monitor the development by works investors.

Oversee monthly billing of all investors to ensure service fees are paid To oversee the service provided by the Eccles Management Committee Achieved Achieved Achieved that n Ensure investors observe environmental measures at all phases of construction.
Achieved 20 by Construction However, permit was issued by EPA to allow for development work to start.

Tenders were submitted and the Central opened Tender Board.

Tenders were and evaluation evaluated for sent report consideration and award of central contract Tender Board.

No award of contract was made.

Allocation issued to nine investors.

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letters were the by Management The Committee that ensure parapets were cleaned during the year.

 The Ministry, however, provided funds for a one-off clean up of drains and parapets during the last quarter of the year The Ministry meeting between and the Protection Agency.
Agreements were reached on environmental friendly measures which w ere put i n place by investors.

organized investors Environmental Analysis of Success/Failure the and post were lamps Lamp lighting circuit were installed by the Guyana Power and Light.

The not due installed to disagreement between GPL and supplier of the lamps to who as is responsible their assembly.
The Ministry intervened when new investors needed utility and when services services were disrupted.

for paid investors Only five maintenance fee regularly.

These meetings resulted in better working relationship between the Ministry and the agencies.

Item Target set for 2003 Complete installation of street lighting circuit at the Southern Access Road and the installation of lamps.

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and Monitor provide support for developmental works undertaken by investors at the estate.

Collection of maintenance fee.

Holding meetings with following agencies 1.

Guyana Manufacturers Association (GMA).

of monthly the 1.3 Coldingen .

2.

Strengthening Link with other Agencies Achieved/ Not Achieved Partially Achieved Achieved Partially Achieved Achieved 2.

Environmental Protection agency (EPA).

3.


Guyana Bureau of (GNBS) National Standards 4.

Committee.

Inter-Ministry 5.

Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IAST) ( 21 L. Item Target set for 2003 Achieved/ Not Achieved Analysis Failure of Success / Small 3.

 Business Development of Hosting regular monthly meeting with the Guyana Small Business Association.

Achieved } .
Achieved } .

Bamboo Project Achieved Achieved I Preparation of a Small Business Legislation, holding of consultation and presentation of final draft the prepared by Ministry of Legal Affairs to Parliament.

Preparation of a project proposal for technical assistance.
Complete rehabilitation work building commencement of Training Programme ' Weaving — (Nov. to Jan) Furniture— (Nov. to April) on ri 22 following the are the meetings and Small Business The results of between the Ministry Guyana Association I.

 Completion of the Strategic Plan for the GSBA.

2.

Creating a Data Base of Small in Guyana.

Businesses 3.
Businesses 3.

Completion of a Small Business Directory.

4. Review proposal for Business Fund.

of a a draft Small space held 5.

Acquisition of Office and furniture for the GSBA.

A Draft Business Act was prepared in consultation with stakeholders.

 Consultations were in Essequibo, Demerara and Berbice.
The Final Draft Legislation prepared by the Ministry of Legal Affairs was tabled in parliament in October for I' reading.

Proposal ' prepared submitted to Ministry Foreign Affairs.

Approval by Chinese Government communicated to Ministry.

Rehabilitation of Building in October.

Arrival of three Chinese experts as well as tools and equipment.
First two students Nov. 17th 2004. batches of started classes on completed and of 5.4 COMMERCE DIVISION Target set for 2003 Achieved/ Achieved Not Analysis Failure of Success or Item LEGISLATIVE 1.E-Commerce draft Prepare Commerce Bill E- Partly Achieved Draft Text consultations Initial completed, with stakeholders ongoing constraints Staffing contributed largely to non- completion of consultations.
completion of Awaiting Draft CARICOM Model Legislation to be used by the Division in preparation Policy of to Legislation Guyana.

Competition applicable of that Free of Success or Analysis Failure analysis on the Provided the impact of domestic CARICOM — Costa Rica, and CARICOM-Dominican Trade Republic Generally, Agreements.
implementation the Agreement was supported investigations given revealed that there was a possibility to for Guyana benefit in specific areas.

Meetings were held with the relevant Agencies and information was submitted to the MOFTIC.

The Division completed the preliminary assessment Model draft of legislation prepared by the CARICOM Secretariat.

the 2.
the 2.

 Competition Policy Produce Competition Bill Draft Not Achieved.

TRADE RELATED Item 1.

Analysis of Trade Agreements.

set for Target 2003 Provide support to the MOFTIC of Trade analysis Agreements.

in / Not Achieved Achieved Achieved ' 2.

Trade Policy Review Subsidies, 3.

Anti-dumping and Countervailing Duties.


Meet with WTO to, representatives, provide requested information.

Completion of Paper on practical issues surrounding the implementation of AD legislation I Achieved Partly Achieved 23 DOMESTIC COMMERCE Item 1.

Ad Hoc Firm Issues CET 2.

Suspension Requests.

PL 3.

Programme 480 CARICOM 4.

Single Market and Economy 5.


Sector specific work for Set such Target 2003 Treat with ad hoc as issues about complaints imported products and price increases the brought by , Ministry individual firms.

to 1.

Respond for requests suspension of the CET other by CARICOM Member States.
to Not Achieved/ Achieved Achieved of Success or Analysis Failure The Ministry contributed to the resolution of the mini- bus fare increase issue.

Achieved In most cases Guyana was to supply rice and unable sugar to other member states.

for regard 2.

Create database suspension of and requests analysis perform to with CARICOM demand products.

Administer logistics of Programme.


Work ' on analysis of requirements for implementation of the CSME Investigate poultry sectors.

 / monitor other 1 aspects PL480 and Achieved Achieved 1 Achieved.

Program This discontinued by Government through the year.
was the US part way responded to The Division shortages of poultry and cement and increases in the prices of other by and conducting, investigations submitting the to Cabinet Sub-Committee on Trade.

commodities, reports Issuance 6.

Licenses.

of Process and Licences.
• Import Export Achieved 24 5.5 CONSUMER AFFAIRS DIVISION LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY for Item set 1.Consumer Legislation Target 2003 Prepare Consumer Legislation draft Achieved / Not Achieved Achieved of Success or Analysis Failure Draft Legislation completed and forwarded for his to the Minister consideration of items such as Electrical rechargeable blenders, lamps were monitored in view complaints received from consumers dissatisfied who were performance.
with their Meetings were held with resolve this to importers problem in resulting reduced complaints.

• of The were essential monitored.

 Adequate supplies of goods were received by each region.

distributions items 2.Monitor Goods and Services Monitor electrical by items stores sold Achieved • 3.
Distribution of Goods and Services Monitor distribution goods services the of and Achieved • 25 EDUCATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS Item 1.Public Awareness Target 2003 set for Achieved / Not Achieved Analysis Failure of Success or the Achieved to of Use Television educate consumers.

Distribution Flyers Brochures.


Achieved of and rights Consumers were advised and their on for tips responsibilities, and Christmas shopping in a on what to look for contract.

to Flyers and brochures were the Regions, to sent schools, the Police and fire Service and to Government Sector Private and Organisations generally.

CONSUMER COMPLAINTS AND RESEARCH.


Achieved/ Item Not Achieved Achieved Consumer for set Target 2003 Receive, and complaints.

resolve file 1.

Complaints Partially Achieved I Partially Achieved 2.

Establishing a Data Base 3.

Visits Administrative Regions to Collect information to pertaining Trade, Foreign Industry, Tourism and Commerce.
Collecting on information prices and distribution of goods and in the Regions.

- 26 of Success or hundred and forty complaints (145) seventy received; were (70%) Analysis Failure One five were percent resolved.

items Prices on essential were collected.

 Specific data relating to the other technical division were not to due inadequate staff.
Information on prices and distribution of essential received goods the the Region via from telephone.

 Data on other items such as electrical goods were not collected due to priority given to the education programme.

collected were 5.6.
collected were 5.6.

DATA UNIT Item Target Set 2003 for since Heads No Activity was Nil scheduled Division was Staffed, and funds allocated operations.

for its not Divisions no made were for executing all specific tasks , the operations.
Divisions Achieved/ Achieved Nil Not Analysis of Success or Failure This Division of Heads of Divisions resuscitated should be into were retained copies of consideration the volume in of research applicable to the Ministry, and the compilation of reports for circulation.

their to Divisions.
respective taking responsible work / reports 27 CI 6.0 ANNEX 1 BUDGET 2003 DETAILS ON CURRENT EXPENDITURE Subhead Code 101 102 103 104 105 106 201 203 204 121 131 141 151 161 171 172 173 181 191 211 221 231 & Office Technical & Appropriation Total Expenditure Total Employment Cost Total Wages & Salaries Administrative 1 Senior Technical Other Craft Skilled Clerical Support Semi-Skilled Operatives & Unskilled Other Employees OVERHEAD EXPENDITURE Other Direct Labour Cost Benefits & Allowances National Insurance OTHER CHARGES Materials Equipment & Supplies Fuel & Lubricant ' Rental & Maintenance of Buildings Maintenance Infrastructure Transport Postage Telephone Charges Electricity Charges Water Charges Other Purchased Other Training Rates & Taxes Subs.
And Contribution to local Int'l Organisations Travel & Services and of BUDGET ALLOCATION BUDGET EXPENDITURE Prog.1 Prog.2 Prog.3 138146 31019 47164 Total Allocation 216329 Prog.1 Prog.2 Prog.3 130334 27520 43537 Total Expenditure i DETAILS OF CAPITAL EXPENDITURE CCOUNT CODE 12001 24001 25001 41001 45001 47001 47003 DESCRIPTION Buildings Land Transportation Office Equipment Tourism Development Industrial Development GO-Invest Guykna National Bureau of Standards GRAND TOTAL (G$'000 BUDGET 5000 3000 2000 12000 30000 0 20000 (G$'000
 EXPENDITURE 1350 0 1928 7924 2179 0 20000 72,000 33,381 29