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Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, speaking during the sitting of the House of Representatives on Tuesday (February 2).

Gov’t Committed To Plan Secure Jamaica – Dr. Chang

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says the Government is even more driven to pursue Plan Secure Jamaica, which provides a comprehensive and holistic approach to tackling crime and ensuring a safe and secure society. “Plan Secure Jamaica...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (left), observes as Ballistic Technician, Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA), Francine Williams (seated), anaylses the image of a bullet, during a tour of the FLA's 91 Old Hope Road location in St. Andrew on Thursday (January 28). Also looking on is Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Courtney Williams (second right), while Chief Executive Officer, FLA, Shane Dalling, points out features of the image.

Amendments To Firearms Act To Be Completed By March 31

Head of the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team (Ja-CIRT) in the Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology, Lieutenant Colonel Godphey Sterling. (Photo: Adrian Walker)

Citizens Urged To Be Extra Vigilant Online

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams, speaks at Wednesday's (Jan. 20) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House in St. Andrew.

Cabinet Approves $21 Million Towards Legal Fees Of Five JCF Members

Members of the Senate wait to proceed, as Marshal to the Houses of Parliament, Captain Wayne Blake (centre), places the Mace on the table of the House, at the start of Friday’s (Jan. 15) sitting.

Pilot Concluded For Horizon Remandees Virtual Trial Mention Dates

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Prime Minister Andrew Holness Condemns Killing of Four-Year-0ld Chloe Brown and Calls on Jamaicans to Seek Mediation to Settle Disputes

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says he was heartbroken to learn of the death of a four-year-old little girl, Chloe Brown who was tragically caught in a dispute between adults. “As a father I was crushed by the news of the death of this innocent child. She went to bed, in a place where she was supposed to be most protected...

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Senior Officers Transferred

As part of the Constabulary’s thrust to achieve its strategic objectives, Commissioner of Police Major General Antony Anderson has announced the transfer of the following senior officers with effect from January 25, 2021. The transfers, which take effect on Monday, January 25, 2021 will see the following movements. Gary McKenzie, Snr. Superintendent from Specialized Ops. to Public Safety and Traffic...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (seated, front row centre); Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding (seated, front row left); and Custos of St. James, and Co-Chairman of the National Day of Prayer Committee, Bishop Conrad Pitkin, representing Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, bow their heads in prayer during the annual service held at the Power of Faith Ministries in Portmore, St. Catherine, on January 6.

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Investment In “Heart-Ware” of Jamaicans Next Phase of Crime-Fighting – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government will be investing in the “heart-ware” of Jamaicans as part of the fight against crime and violence in the society. He noted that approximately $40 billion has been spent to strengthen the country’s security architecture over the last four years, including the acquisition of vehicles, boosting communication systems, and recruiting...

Head of the Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), Jamaica Constabulary Force, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, speaks at a JIS Think Tank earlier this month.

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JCF Calls On Persons to Report Missing Persons Immediately

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is calling on members of the public to report to the police immediately persons that they believe are missing. Speaking at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank earlier this month, Head of the Corporate Communications Unit (CCU) of the JCF, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, noted that persons do not have to...

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Commissioner of Police Visits St Catherine South

Commissioner of Police Major General Antony Anderson yesterday continued the Force tradition of spending Christmas Day in the field with the men and women of the Constabulary. Guided by commanding officer for the Division, Senior Superintendent Clive Blair, Major General Anderson this year spent the day in the St. Catherine South Division, where he visited the newly renovated Old Harbour...

The old Mount Salem Police Station in St. James, which is being replaced by a new facility under construction.

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Residents Welcome New Police Station Being Built In Mount Salem, St. James

Residents of Mount Salem in St. James have welcomed the construction of a new police station, now underway in the community. The new Mount Salem Police Station is being built by the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) at a cost of $45 million, with funding from the European Union (EU). Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, officially broke ground...

Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Senior Superintendent of Police, Gary McKenzie, speaks at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

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JCF Calls On Motorists To Manage Their Time Wisely

As the holiday season heightens, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is encouraging motorists to manage their time wisely, in light of the national curfew, to avoid speeding along thoroughfares. “We have seen where when the curfew time approaches, several persons are speeding, and we strongly discourage that. One of the things that we have to encourage, whether or not the...