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Newly installed constables of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) execute drills during the passing-out parade and awards ceremony at the National Police College in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on Wednesday (January 30).
Newly installed constables of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) execute drills during the passing-out parade and awards ceremony at the National Police College in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on Wednesday (January 30).

Gov’t Committed to Boosting Police Force – Dr. Chang

Minister of National Security, the Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, has reiterated the Government’s commitment to providing the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) with the necessary resources and support to boost crime fighting. “We (will) continue to focus on leadership and strategic...
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addressing the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 8). At left is Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke. In the background is Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. J.C. Hutchinson.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addressing the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 8). At left is Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke. In the background is Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. J.C. Hutchinson.

‘Plan Secure Jamaica’ Well Advanced – P.M. Holness
Manager of the Trafficking in Persons Secretariat, Chenee Russell, speaking at the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s ‘Labour Department and You’ Road Show in St. James, recently.
Manager of the Trafficking in Persons Secretariat, Chenee Russell, speaking at the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s ‘Labour Department and You’ Road Show in St. James, recently.

Jamaica Continues to Make Progress in Curbing Trafficking in Persons
State Minister in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Rudyard Spencer (background centre), observes the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the provision of training and apprenticeship under the
State Minister in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Rudyard Spencer (background centre), observes the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the provision of training and apprenticeship under the 'A New Path' project, at the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) training facility, downtown Kingston, on January 22. The signatories (seated from left) are Director of the Department of Public Security, Organization of American States (OAS), Pauline Duarte; Director with Responsibility for National Training, HEART Trust/NTA, Kenesha Campbell; and National Coordinator of the Housing Opportunity Production and Employment (HOPE) programme, Lieutenant Colonel Martin Rickman. Also looking on are Secretary of Multidimensional Security, OAS, Farah Urrutia (background left); and Chilean Ambassador to Jamaica, Francisco Bernales.

Juvenile Offenders to Benefit from Training and Apprenticeship
Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (centre, front row), and Chargé d
Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (centre, front row), and Chargé d' Affaires at the United States Embassy in Jamaica, Eric Khant (third right, front row), with participants in the United States of America (USA)/Jamaica Defence and Security seminar, at the Directorate of Training and Doctrine Auditorium, Up Park Camp, on January 22.

Security Minister Outlines Challenges Region must Confront in 2019

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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang
National Security

Jamaicans Encouraged to Build on Momentum

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, has called on Jamaicans to work together to build on the momentum gained in 2018. “We must move ahead with the commitment and fortitude that is required to create a society in which all Jamaicans can achieve their fullest potential. Our economy must continue to expand, and we will achieve our long-term...
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Finance & Public ServiceNational Security

JCA Invites Jamaicans to ICT Day Jan. 24

The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) is inviting the public to participate in its flagship event for Customs Week, its inaugural Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Day, on Thursday, January 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The day, which is a part of the week-long celebrations, will be held at the JCA’s head office at Myers Wharf, Newport East, in...
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Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, addresses community meeting in Norwood, St. James, on Sunday, January 20.
National Security

More Persons Report Disputes to Security Forces in St. James

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says since implementation of the State of Public Emergency (SOE) in St. James a year ago, more persons are reporting disputes and other acts of criminality to members of the security forces. Speaking at a community meeting at the Apostolic Lighthouse Church in Norwood, St. James, on January 20, Dr. Chang said...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Rudyard Spencer (second left), listens to Deputy Commissioner, Custodial Services, Department of Correctional Services (DCS), Joyce Stone (left), at the official reopening of the Howard Pre-release Hostel located at the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre in Kingston, on January 8. Commissioner of Corrections, Ina Hunter (second right); and Acting Chief Technical Director, Research, Rehabilitation and Diversion Policy Division, Ministry of National Security, Shauna Trowers, also share in the conversation.
National Security

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 their transition back into society. Located at the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre in Kingston, the dormitory- like facility has the capacity to accommodate 40 men. Speaking at the opening ceremony on Tuesday (January 8),...
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Coleridge Minto (third left), accepts a gift basket from member of the Cherry Youth Society in St. Catherine, Alecia Walton (right), while President of the group, Kevon Woodhouse (left), and other members of the organisation share in the moment. Occasion was the annual community dinner, held in the area on January 1. Mr. Minto delivered the keynote address at the function.
EducationNational Security

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 ensure that children are protected and attend school. “Let us stand up for our children, and ensure that they can live in a safe and secure environment. Let us stand up for our senior citizens,...
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