Dr. Ivor English

Dr. Ivor English is a prominent figure in Guyana's extractive sector, known for his previous involvement in gold mining. His recent appointment as the Convenor of the Civic component of Guyana’s Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (GYEITI) Multi-Stakeholder Group has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest due to his extensive ties to the mining industry. Despite claims that he holds no active mining properties, critics highlight his past as a recipient of significant mining concessions, including nearly 20,000 acres granted in 2014. This background has led to scrutiny over his impartiality and governance in overseeing transparency initiatives in the natural resources sector.