Former Presidents Benefits Bill: The government tabled the Former Presidents (Benefits and Other Facilities) Bill 2026 to restore “unlimited” benefits removed in 2015, including utilities, security, medical coverage, staff and state vehicles—sparking renewed opposition calls for transparency. Budget Pressure: Four months after the $1.558T 2026 budget, Finance Minister Ashni Singh moved for about $54.9B in supplementary funding, with the biggest add-on earmarked for the stalled Gas-to-Energy project. Parliament Resumes Oversight: After an 8-month hiatus, the Committee of Selection finally constituted 13 parliamentary committees, though opposition questioned whether bodies will function independently. Sovereignty at the ICJ: PM Mark Phillips told the National Assembly Guyana will respect Venezuela’s sovereignty but demand compliance once the ICJ delivers its final border ruling. Energy Debate Heats Up: APNU renewed criticism of reliance on powerships while Gas-to-Energy remains delayed; meanwhile InterEnergy outlined a grid modernisation roadmap through 2030. Education Discipline Probe: The Education Ministry sent an investigation file to the Teaching Service Commission after a David Rose Special Education School incident caught on video, with disciplinary hearings expected within 10 days. Child Safety Law Moves: Amendments to the Sexual Offences Act were tabled, including a proposed National Sex Offender Database and stronger protections for children. Sports & Community: Slingerz FC drew SWA Sharks in the CFU Club Shield opener; GFF confirmed Bryan Joseph as Technical Director; and Guyana’s youth environmental speaker winner Randy Mangal secured a $1M grant.