G-G Calls on Leaders to Join Forces and Build a Crime-Free Country
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has called on all leaders in Jamaica to join forces and build a nation that is …
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‘Plan Secure Jamaica’ Well Advanced – P.M. Holness
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is well advanced in executing Plan Secure Jamaica, which will target a reduction in murders …
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Howard Pre-Release Hostel Reopened
The Ministry of National Security has reopened the Howard Pre-release Hostel, which will house qualified, low-risk inmates for up to 18 months, while they make …
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Parents and Community Leaders Called on to Protect Children
Director of Safety and Security in Schools, Ministry of Education, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Coleridge Minto, is calling on parents and community leaders to …
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Prime Minister and Opposition Leader Hold one-on-one Discussions
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness and the Leader of the Opposition, Dr. Peter Phillips, yesterday afternoon (January 2, 2019), held private discussions at …
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Plan Secure Jamaica is in Full Effect – PM Holness
Prime Minister Andrew Holness is reassuring the Jamaican public that Plan Secure Jamaica is in full effect. The Prime Minister has declared that the plans …
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PM and Security Experts Meet to Plan further Anti-Crime Strategies
The Government is currently engaged in an intense planning process to maintain the security gains and the safety of the citizens of Jamaica. Given the …
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“Use It & Lose It!” FLA Warns Against Gun Salutes in the Festive Season
The statutory body responsible for the licensing and regulating of the use of firearms in Jamaica, the Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA), is standing firm on …
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Former Festival Queen to be Mentor in ‘We Transform’ Programme
Kyesha Randall, the 2016 Miss Jamaica Festival Queen, has embarked on the journey of becoming a mentor in the ‘We Transform’ programme. The We Transform …
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JCF to Provide Adequate Security During Busy Shopping Season
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is assuring that adequate security will be provided in major commercial areas during the festive season to ensure public safety. …
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Mayor Pledges to Ensure Maintenance of Law and Order in St. James
Mayor of Montego Bay and Chairman of the St. James Municipal Corporation, Councillor Homer Davis, says the body will play its part in ensuring the …
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Workshop on Policies to Prevent and Reduce Homicide
The continued strengthening of regional institutional capacities for the design, implementation and monitoring of public policies geared towards reduction of intentional homicides is critical. This …
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Consumers and Vendors Beware of Stolen Produce
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in charge of Operations, Bishop Dr. Gary Welsh, is advising farmers, consumers and persons who buy goods for resale to …
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JCF to Establish Agricultural Produce Protection Division
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) will be establishing an Agricultural Produce Protection Division as part of efforts to intensify the campaign against praedial larceny. Minister …
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Mount Salem and Denham Town ZOSOs Extended for Further 60 Days
The Zones of Special Operations (ZOSOs) in Mount Salem, St. James, and Denham Town in West Kingston will be extended by a further 60 days. …
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Youth in State Custody Encouraged to Make Use of Opportunities Afforded
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Rudyard Spencer, has renewed his call for youth in State custody to make the best …
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States of Public Emergency Will Not be Extended
The States of Public Emergency (SOEs) in St. Catherine North, St. James and sections of the Kingston Central, Kington Western, and St. Andrew South Police …
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Digitising Public Sector Will Result in Efficient Systems – Dr. Chang
Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says digitising the public sector will allow for more modern and efficient systems. “What we have dubbed …
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Persons in Custody must be Treated with Dignity – PM
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has emphasised that persons in custody must be treated with dignity. He also said that the Government is committed …
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PM Reiterates Commitment to Safeguard Human Rights of all Jamaicans
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reiterated the Government’s commitment to protecting and safeguarding the human rights of all Jamaicans, while reducing the …
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