The Government has spent approximately $9.7 billion on capital investments in national security over the last eight years. Making his contribution to the 2023/24 Budget …
Eleven new motor vehicles have been added to the fleet of the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) as part of measures to bolster the operational …
The Government will continue to strengthen the country’s legislative framework under Plan Secure Jamaica. Plan Secure Jamaica provides a comprehensive and holistic approach to tackling …
The National Commission for Violence Prevention is now developing a 10-year evidence-based National Action Plan, with recommendations for legislative changes and institutional building. The Plan …
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and Major Organised Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) have been tasked with establishing special security operations around key infrastructure projects. …
A State of Public Emergency (SOE) has been declared for the entire geographical areas in the parishes of Clarendon and St. James. The Government, acting …
The St. James business community is looking to further support crime-fighting by partnering with the Government on the national closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance programme dubbed …
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Zavia Mayne, is assuring correctional officers that their hard work, dedication and commitment will be …
The Government is reiterating its commitment to the modernisation of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, said that …
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Clifford Chambers, says members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s (JCF) Area One have been performing exceptionally well, despite challenges encountered …
The Government will be spending $770 million in the new fiscal year on the Security Strengthening Project. The funds will be used to complete implementation …
Approximately $315 million will be spent by the Government during the upcoming fiscal year to commence constructing the St. Catherine North Police Divisional Headquarters. The …
The Government is prioritising the health and wellness of staff who serve in the correctional service to ensure that they can effectively carry out their …
The Government will be spending $900 million to further build out the security forces’ cybersecurity initiatives during fiscal year 2023/24. The money will be used …
In the 2023/24 financial year, the capability of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) to monitor and safeguard the country’s borders will be further strengthened. The …
The Government is prioritising critical pieces of legislation to advance efforts towards improving public order and safety and reducing crime and violence. These include amendments …
A total of 187 persons have been charged under the new Firearms (Prohibition, Restriction and Regulation) Act. This was disclosed by Commissioner of Police, Major …
Commissioner of Police, Major General Antony Anderson says commanders across the island, are required to submit an action plan to be approved by a Jamaica …
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