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Principal Probation Aftercare Officer in the Department of Correctional Services, Kerryann Davis (left), and Technical Specialist for Socio-Economic Development in the Community Renewal Programme at the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Charmaine Brimm, participate in a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank on January 12.

DCS Outlines Challenges Faced by IRMS

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has outlined some of the biggest challenges faced by involuntarily returned migrants (IRMs) and persons who have had conflict with the law. Principal Probation Aftercare Officer in the DCS, Kerryann Davis, told a JIS...

Some of the newly minted constables of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) are seen during the passing out parade and awards ceremony for Batches 161 and 162, held at the National Police College of Jamaica (NPCJ), Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on Wednesday (January 21).

287 New Constables to Strengthen JCF’s Operations

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), is greeted by Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) Chairman, Steven Whittingham, on arrival at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (January 21), for the JSE's 21st Regional Investment & Capital Markets Conference.

Jamaica Reaping Benefits of $90-Million Crime Plan

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon Andrew Holness (left), conversing with Police Commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake, during the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) passing out parade and awards ceremony at the National Police College of Jamaica (NPCJ) in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on January 21.

Gov’t Providing Budgetary Support for Deployment of Body-Worn Cameras

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon Andrew Holness, inspects the new contingent of constables during the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) passing out parade and awards ceremony at the National Police College of Jamaica in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on January 21.

PM Charges New Police Constables to Treat Citizens with Dignity, Respect

State Minister in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn (right), observes a demonstration of aerobic exercises at the launch of FitFest Party & Expo 2026 on January 15, at the Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. The free family fitness event will take place on January 31 at the National Water Commission (NWC) Sports Club in St. Andrew.

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Jamaicans Urged to Commit to Fitness Lifestyle

State Minister in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, is calling on Jamaicans to use the start of the new year to commit to a lifestyle of fitness, incorporating daily exercise and healthy diet. “I believe fitness should be a lifestyle and we should all live it daily for it not to be a fad,” she...

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses Wednesday’s (January 14) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House in Kingston.

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Murders Continue Downward Trend

Jamaica’s national security landscape continues to show marked improvement, with the downward trend in murders recorded in 2025 continuing into the new year. Data for the first 12 days of 2026 reveal a significant reduction in crime, with 12 murders reported across the island. “We still want to get it lower, but think about what that trajectory would lead to...

Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Commanding Officer for St James, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Eron Samuels.

2 weeks ago National Security

St. James Records 54 Per Cent Drop in Murders

Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Commanding Officer for St. James, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Eron Samuels, says the parish achieved a significant reduction in crime in 2025, with murders declining by 54 per cent, falling to 58 from 125 the previous year. Speaking during the St. James Municipal Corporation’s recent monthly meeting, SSP Samuels announced an overall 19 per cent...

Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Ricardo Beckford, speaks during a recent traffic symposium at the St. Mary Parish Court.

2 weeks ago National Security

St. Mary Police Extending Late-Night Traffic Enforcement

The St. Mary Police will be maintaining late-night monitoring of the parish’s roads, aimed at reducing collisions caused by road misuse and breaches of traffic laws during these hours. Speaking during a recent traffic symposium at the St. Mary Parish Court, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Ricardo Beckford, said that the monitoring exercise commenced in December 2025. “[Through this] initiative,...

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister responsible for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (second left, background); Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (third right); and Minister of State in the Education Ministry, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford (second right), share a photo opportunity with students of Carmel Primary and Infant School in Westmoreland on Tuesday (January 6), after presenting them with Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) toys. They are joined by Principal of the school, Ushae Daley-Bromfield (left), and Regional Director for Region Four, Dr. Michelle Pinnock (right).

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HISPASAT SATELLITE CONNECTIVITY FOR SCHOOLS, PUBLIC ENTITIES IN REMOTE AREAS

The Government will provide Hispasat satellite connectivity to remote schools and other critical public institutions impacted by Hurricane Melissa through assistance from the European Union (EU) and the Spanish Government. Minister Without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister responsible for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, who made the disclosure, said that approximately 60...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses members of the congregation during the 20th ‘Heal the Family, Heal the Nation’ Day of Prayer Service, held at Power of Faith Ministries in Portmore, St. Catherine, on Wednesday (January 7). The service, staged under the theme ‘Reunite and Build the Family with Love and Forgiveness’, coincided with the sixth Annual National Day of Prayer.

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PRIME MINISTER URGES CHURCH PARTNERSHIP TO HELP FURTHER REDUCE JAMAICA’S MURDER RATE

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, is urging the church to partner with the Government in reducing Jamaica’s murder rate to align with the regional average. He noted that the country recorded a 31‑year low of fewer than 700 murders in 2025; however, the Government’s broader aim is to reach the regional benchmark of 15 murders per 100,000...

Assistant Vice President of Security and Safety at the Port Authority of Jamaica, Audrey McNeil, addresses a JIS Think Tank on the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.

3 weeks ago National Security

ISPS CODE KEY COMPONENT OF MARITIME SECURITY

The Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) is reaffirming its commitment to maritime security through the continued execution and oversight of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. A global security framework, the ISPS Code governs how security is managed at ports engaged in international trade. It was developed to protect ships and port facilities from security threats, including...