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State Minister, Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (second left), along with (from left) Acting Corporal, Cariann Smikle; Assistant Commissioner, Department of Correctional Services, Joyce Stone; and Superintendent M. Smith participate in worship during the ‘Morning of Prayer and Praise’ for staff at the Fort Augusta Adult Correctional Centre, on Monday, January 8.
State Minister, Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (second left), along with (from left) Acting Corporal, Cariann Smikle; Assistant Commissioner, Department of Correctional Services, Joyce Stone; and Superintendent M. Smith participate in worship during the ‘Morning of Prayer and Praise’ for staff at the Fort Augusta Adult Correctional Centre, on Monday, January 8.

Jamaicans Encouraged to Seek Positive Conflict Resolution Methods

State Minister for National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has reiterated the call for Jamaicans to seek positive conflict-resolution methods and not turn to violence to resolve their issues. Speaking at ‘A Morning of Prayer and Praise’ on...
President of Northern Caribbean University (NCU), Dr. Lincoln Edwards, addresses the annual devotional exercise and dedication of a new administration building at the Office of the Commissioner of Police in St. Andrew on Tuesday (January 2).
President of Northern Caribbean University (NCU), Dr. Lincoln Edwards, addresses the annual devotional exercise and dedication of a new administration building at the Office of the Commissioner of Police in St. Andrew on Tuesday (January 2).

NCU President Calls for Greater Public Support for JCF
State Minister, Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., addresses a dedication ceremony at the office of the Commissioner of Police in Kingston today (January 2). Seated at third right is the Commissioner, Mr. George Quallo.
State Minister, Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., addresses a dedication ceremony at the office of the Commissioner of Police in Kingston today (January 2). Seated at third right is the Commissioner, Mr. George Quallo.

Members of JCF Commended for Service to the Nation
National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), consults with Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Wynter (left), during PICA
National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), consults with Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Wynter (left), during PICA's recent swearing-in ceremony for 47 foreign nationals who were granted Jamaican citizenship by the Government. The ceremony was held at the Police Officers' Club in St. Andrew. At right is PICA's Director of Citizenship, Carol Hammond.

Security Minister Wants More Persons to Use Stay Alert App
Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (right), addresses a press conference at the Police Commissioner
Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (right), addresses a press conference at the Police Commissioner's Office on Old Hope Road in Kingston on December 19. At left is Commissioner of Police, George Quallo.

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Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (right), in discussion with Commissioner of Police, George Quallo, during the official handover ceremony for 70 new and pre-owned motor vehicles at the Office of the Police Commissioner, in St. Andrew, on December 19.
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JCF Gets 70 New and Pre-Owned Vehicles

The Ministry of National Security has handed over 70 new and pre-owned motor vehicles to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). The presentation was made on December 19 at the Office of the Police Commissioner on Old Hope Road in St. Andrew. Valued at $242 million, the vehicles form part of a batch of 119 units to be handed over to...
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National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (left), presents newly sworn-in Jamaican citizen, Dr. Ehis-Oje Pius Areghan, with a certificate formalising his status during the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency
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47 Foreign Nationals Granted Citizenship

Forty-seven foreign nationals living in Jamaica have been granted citizenship by the Government. They were presented with documents formalising their status by the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) during a swearing-in ceremony at the Police Officers’ Club in St. Andrew on December 14. The ceremony was attended by National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, who has portfolio responsibility for...
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Chief Executive Officer of the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA), Andrew Wynter, speaks to JIS News about initiatives to be implemented to improve customer service and reduce waiting time at the entity.
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PICA Launches Drop Box and Courier Service

The Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency’s (PICA) has introduced a drop box and courier service at its head office on Constant Spring Road in Kingston. The drop box will facilitate speedier passport renewals by eliminating the need for clients to join long queues to have documents processed. It will be complemented by a courier service, being done in partnership with...
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National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), consults with Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Wynter (left), during PICA
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Amnesty for Persons Living Illegally in Jamaica

National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, says the Government will be embarking on an amnesty in early 2018 aimed at regularising the status of some 15,000 to 20,000 persons living illegally in Jamaica. Mr. Montague said this decision follows a recent submission he made to Cabinet on the matter. “We have many persons who came here illegally. They have lived...
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Select Customs Locations to Be Opened Saturdays Leading to Christmas

Select locations of the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) will be extending their opening days to include Saturday, December 16 and 23 to accommodate the anticipated seasonal rush. Speaking with JIS News, Manager, Marine Wharves at the JCA, Alicia Christian Scott said while Customs House will be open on both Saturdays, persons using other warehouses should check to ensure the relevant...
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National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (right), listens to Retired Commissioner of Police of the Royal St. Lucia Police Service, Errol Alexander (left), at a graduation ceremony for 18 law enforcement professionals at the National Police College of Jamaica (NPCJ) in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on December 8. At centre is Academic Affairs Director at the Caribbean Regional Drug Law Enforcement Training Centre (REDTRAC), Amoy Bernard-Morrison.
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Security Minister Says NIDS will Help to Fight Crime

National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, is endorsing the establishment of the National Identification System (NIDS), as a means to combat crime. Mr. Montague reasoned that a verifiable system of identification in Jamaica, as well as in the rest of the Caribbean, would enable law-enforcement authorities to properly identify the perpetrators of crime. The Minister was speaking at the graduation...
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ZOSOs to Be Extended

The Zones of Special Operations (ZOSOs) in Mt. Salem, St. James; and Denham Town in Kingston are to be extended by another 60 days. The House of Representatives on Wednesday (December 6) approved a motion requesting the extension, which was moved by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. Mr. Holness noted that additional time is needed to facilitate social-intervention...
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