Opposition parties criticise Jagdeo over TV suspension

Opposition political parties have joined in criticising President Bharrat Jagdeo over his decision to suspend the license of a privately-owned television station for four months.



In a joint statement, the Partnership for National Unity and the Alliance for Change expressed deep disappointment over the move.



President Bharrat Jagdeo last weekend announced the suspension of CNS TV6 for allegedly broadcasting libellous statements in a commentary four months ago.



The authorities have indicated that the suspension was imposed because it aired a statement by opposition legislator Anthony Vieira which was critical of Bishop Juan Edghill, the head of the Ethnic Relations Commission.



However, the opposition parties said the explanation was frivolous and suggested that there was some untoward reason behind the suspension.