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Officials from the Universal Service Fund (USF) and the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Medical Services Branch mark the handover of digital devices by the USF recently, aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery. From left are Marketing and Public Relations Manager of the USF, Dana DeCordova Denton; Clinical Director in the Jamaica Constabulary Force Medical Services Branch, Dr. George Leveridge; Superintendent of Police and Director of Health Administration and Operations for Nutrition and Dietetics Services in the Branch, Dr. Claudia Campbell; Chief Executive Officer of Universal Service Fund, Charlton McFarlane; and Senior Medical Social Worker in the Branch, Kimberly Graham.
Officials from the Universal Service Fund (USF) and the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Medical Services Branch mark the handover of digital devices by the USF recently, aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery. From left are Marketing and Public Relations Manager of the USF, Dana DeCordova Denton; Clinical Director in the Jamaica Constabulary Force Medical Services Branch, Dr. George Leveridge; Superintendent of Police and Director of Health Administration and Operations for Nutrition and Dietetics Services in the Branch, Dr. Claudia Campbell; Chief Executive Officer of Universal Service Fund, Charlton McFarlane; and Senior Medical Social Worker in the Branch, Kimberly Graham.

USF Donates Laptops to Medical Services Branch of JCF

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Medical Services Branch has received a major boost to its digital infrastructure, following the recent donation of 10 laptops and two desktop computers by the Universal Service Fund (USF). The new equipment is expected to...
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn (second left), listens to Director, Management Information System (MIS), Department of Correctional Services (DCS), Leighton Kildare (right), as he explains features of the system during the opening ceremony of the DCS Corrections Expo and Recruitment Drive at the National Arena, on October 17. Others listening (from left) are Chief Technical Director in the Ministry, Shauna Trowers; Commissioner of Corrections, Brigadier (Ret’d) Radgh Mason; and Project Management Lead, Nexus Correctional, Nadria Brown.
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn (second left), listens to Director, Management Information System (MIS), Department of Correctional Services (DCS), Leighton Kildare (right), as he explains features of the system during the opening ceremony of the DCS Corrections Expo and Recruitment Drive at the National Arena, on October 17. Others listening (from left) are Chief Technical Director in the Ministry, Shauna Trowers; Commissioner of Corrections, Brigadier (Ret’d) Radgh Mason; and Project Management Lead, Nexus Correctional, Nadria Brown.

DCS Has Transformed to Place of Rehabilitation, Renewal and Empowerment – State Minister
Chief Executive Officer, Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA), Otarah Byfield Nugent.
Chief Executive Officer, Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA), Otarah Byfield Nugent.

PCOA Extends Deadline for TOPS Poster Competition to Oct. 24
Zone 4 Commander for the Westmoreland Division, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Charlene Gray-Morris, addresses the Entertainment Venues of Negril Press Conference on Thursday (October 16), at the Wavz Beach Club in the resort town.
Zone 4 Commander for the Westmoreland Division, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Charlene Gray-Morris, addresses the Entertainment Venues of Negril Press Conference on Thursday (October 16), at the Wavz Beach Club in the resort town.

“This is the Safest Negril Has Ever Been” – Westmoreland Division Commander
Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Shauna Trowers.
Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Shauna Trowers.

Gov’t Committed to Partnerships to Strengthen Citizen Security

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Jamaica Positioning Itself As Premier Destination for Medical Care – Dr. Chang

Minister of National Security and Peace, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says Jamaica is positioning itself as a premier destination for medical care that blends high-quality treatment with Jamaica’s renowned hospitality and leisure offerings. Addressing business interests and other stakeholders at a recent function, marking the 20th anniversary of Dermatology Solutions at the Sagicor Shopping Centre in Montego Bay, St. James,...
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DCS to Stage Corrections Expo and Recruitment Drive in Honour of 50th Anniversary

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) will commemorate its 50th anniversary with a two-day Corrections Expo and Recruitment Drive, scheduled for October 17 to 18 at the National Arena. The event, which is free to the public, will commence daily at 10:00 a.m. and will highlight the evolution and impact of Jamaica’s correctional services over the past 50 years. The...
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An officer from the St. Catherine North Division of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) monitors students as they board transportation, ensuring they get to school on time as he carries out activities under the ‘Operation Learn, Not Loiter’ initiative.
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St. Catherine North Police No Loitering Campaign Keeping Students Off The Streets

The St. Catherine North Division of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has launched an initiative, aimed at keeping students off the streets and to ensure that they get to school on time. Called ‘Operation Learn, Not Loiter’, the programme, implemented in September 2025, seeks to promote discipline, improve attendance, and protect students from the dangers associated with loitering in town...
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Commanding Officer for the St. Elizabeth Police Division, Superintendent Coleridge Minto, addresses the St. Elizabeth Municipal Corporation’s monthly meeting in Black River on October 9.
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St. Elizabeth Police Report 25-Year Low In Homicides

The St. Elizabeth Police have reported that the parish has recorded its lowest murder count in 25 years, with only 12 homicides documented up to October 2025. “We’re at 12 murders compared to 27 last year this time, which is a reduction of 56 per cent,” according to Divisional Commander, Superintendent Coleridge Minto. He was addressing the St. Elizabeth Municipal...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn (second right) and Resident Representative, Organization of American States (OAS), Office of the General Secretariat in Jamaica, Jeanelle van Glannen Weygel (second left) share a photo opportunity with members of the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team (Ja-CIRT), Monique Satchwell (right) and Rheana Hagigal who copped first place in the overall team category of the SheSecures Jamaica Cybersecurity Competition during the award ceremony at the University of the West Indies, Regional headquarters in Mona, Kingston on October 10. 
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Gov’t Implementing Initiatives to Strengthen the Cadre of Cybersecurity Personnel

The Government is implementing several initiatives to strengthen the cadre of highly skilled cybersecurity professionals and build a resilient, future ready cybersecurity workforce. Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn outlined some of the initiatives being undertaken during an award ceremony for the SheSecures Jamaica Cybersecurity Competition at the University of the...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), converses with Construction Manager at West Indies Home Contractors Limited (WIHCON), Patrick Turner (left), during a tour of the construction site of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) St. Catherine North Divisional Headquarters in Spanish Town, on Wednesday (October 8). They are joined by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security and Peace, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (second right); and Chief Technical Director, Security Risk Reform and Transformation Policy Division in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Delroy Simpson. The project is undertaken at a cost of $2.3 billion and is being funded through the Government’s Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Programme.
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$2.3-Billion Police Headquarters to Ignite New Era of Development in Spanish Town

Construction of the St. Catherine North Divisional Headquarters for the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) in Spanish Town will usher in the transformation of the old capital, says Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. He noted that the $2.3 billion invested in the construction of the major security hub will serve as a catalyst for major development to bolster...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, consoles family members of the victims of the fatal shooting in Commodore, Linstead, St. Catherine, during a visit to the community on Monday (October 6). Nine people were shot—five fatally, including a four-year-old child—in a brazen gun attack on a family home on Sunday (October 5). The Prime Minister has condemned the act and pledged the Government’s support for the families of the victims.
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Prime Minister Pledges Continued Gov’t Support for Persons Affected by Linstead Shooting

Holness, has pledged the Government’s continued support for the relatives of victims affected by Sunday’s (October 5) gun attack at a family home in Commodore, Linstead, St. Catherine. This, Dr. Holness noted, includes access to counselling services and assistance with any additional needs that may arise. He was speaking during a visit to the family home on Monday (October 6)....
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