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(FILE) National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, speaking during the sitting of the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 23).
(FILE) National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, speaking during the sitting of the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 23).

Critical Crime-Fighting Bills This Year

The Government will be pushing several critical pieces of legislation through Parliament this year that are aimed at strengthening crime-fighting. Among them is the Bill to establish the Major Organised and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) as an independent law-enforcement entity. National...
Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 23).
Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 23).

Minister Says Security Operations in St. James Going Very Well
Colonel General Staff of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), Colonel Daniel Pryce (right), gives an update on security operations under the Public State of Emergency in St. James at a press conference at at Burke Barracks in Montego Bay on Saturday (Jan. 20). At left is Commanding Officer of the Second Battalion, the Jamaica Regiment (2JR), Lieutenant Colonel Godphey Sterling.
Colonel General Staff of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), Colonel Daniel Pryce (right), gives an update on security operations under the Public State of Emergency in St. James at a press conference at at Burke Barracks in Montego Bay on Saturday (Jan. 20). At left is Commanding Officer of the Second Battalion, the Jamaica Regiment (2JR), Lieutenant Colonel Godphey Sterling.

Early Success from State Of Emergency
Head of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Unit, Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Carl Berry (FILE)
Head of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Unit, Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Carl Berry (FILE)

Jamaica Making Gains in Human Trafficking Fight
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), responds to questions during a press conference at Jamaica House, today (January 18), where he declared a State of Public Emergency in the parish of St. James. Others (from left) are Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck; and Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), responds to questions during a press conference at Jamaica House, today (January 18), where he declared a State of Public Emergency in the parish of St. James. Others (from left) are Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck; and Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague.

PM Says Citizens’ Rights Will Be Protected During State of Public Emergency

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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, speaking to St. Ann business interests as well as medical practitioners at the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital, St. Ann, on October 6.
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Government Will Be Resolute and Firm on Crime

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is ready to take firm and resolute measures within the context of the law and the preservation of human rights to deal with the scourge of crime. Speaking in Mandeville, Manchester, at the 50th anniversary of Fontana Pharmacy on Wednesday, January 17, the Prime Minister used the opportunity to address...
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Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague, places a Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) 150th anniversary pin on the lapel of Police Commissioner, George Quallo. The Minister handed over 14,000 pins during a ceremony at the Police Commissioner’s offices in St. Andrew on January 11.
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JCF to Use Technology in the Recovery of Cell Phones

National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, says that technology valued at US$45,000 is being procured to aid in the recovery of stolen cellular phones. He said the equipment is expected to arrive in the island within six to eight weeks and will be deployed on a phased basis following a period of training by the suppliers. The Ministry will be...
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Staff members at the Fort Augusta Adult Correctional Centre located along South Camp Road in Kingston engage in a praise and worship session held on the grounds of the facility on Monday, January 8.
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Correctional Services Staff to Be Engaged Through Town Halls

State Minister in the Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., says he will be increasing engagement with staff of the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) through a number of town halls this year. He made the disclosure at the Fort Augusta Adult Correctional Centre’s ‘Morning of Prayer & Praise’ held on Monday (Jan. 8) at the...
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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.
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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 January 8 for the staff of Fort Augusta Adult Correctional Centre on South Camp Road in Kingston, Senator Charles Jr....
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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).
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NCU President Calls for Greater Public Support for JCF

President of Northern Caribbean University (NCU), Dr. Lincoln Edwards, is calling on Jamaicans to offer increased cooperation and support to members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) in 2018. He made the call as he addressed the annual devotional exercise and dedication of a new administration building at the Office of the Commissioner of Police in St. Andrew on Tuesday...
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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.
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Members of JCF Commended for Service to the Nation

State Minister in the Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has thanked all members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) for their service to the nation, and for risking their lives to protect Jamaicans on a daily basis. He reminded the members that many Jamaicans, especially the nation’s youth, are looking up to them in 2018...
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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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Security Minister Wants More Persons to Use Stay Alert App

National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, is calling for more persons, including foreign nationals gaining Jamaican citizenship, to utilise the Ministry’s ‘Stay Alert’ mobile app. Speaking at a recent swearing-in ceremony at the Police Officers’ Club in St. Andrew for 47 foreign nationals living in Jamaica who were granted citizenship by the Government, Mr. Montague said the Ministry’s ongoing advocacy...
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