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National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), straightens the uniform of a member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) while reviewing a parade for 135 former district constables who have transitioned into the JCF, at the National Police College of Jamaica in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on November 10. At left is Parade Commander, Superintendent of Police, Errol Thompson.
National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), straightens the uniform of a member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) while reviewing a parade for 135 former district constables who have transitioned into the JCF, at the National Police College of Jamaica in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on November 10. At left is Parade Commander, Superintendent of Police, Errol Thompson.

British Minister Observes CSJP’S Initiative at Work with Troubled Students

The British Minister of State for the Caribbean, Commonwealth and the United Nations, Rt. Hon. Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon, on Friday (November 10), toured the Kingston High School, where he observed the Men With a Message initiative of the Citizen...
National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), straightens the uniform of a member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) while reviewing a parade for 135 former district constables who have transitioned into the JCF, at the National Police College of Jamaica in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on November 10. At left is Parade Commander, Superintendent of Police, Errol Thompson.
National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), straightens the uniform of a member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) while reviewing a parade for 135 former district constables who have transitioned into the JCF, at the National Police College of Jamaica in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, on November 10. At left is Parade Commander, Superintendent of Police, Errol Thompson.

Plans Under Way to Accredit National Police College Courses
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (standing), assists Senior Medical Technician at the Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Leslyn Robinson (right), to perform a blood pressure check on Correctional Officer, Nicola Wheatley. Occasion was the ‘We Transform’ inaugural health fair and fun day at the Metcalfe Street Juvenile Remand Centre in Kingston on November 8.
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (standing), assists Senior Medical Technician at the Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Leslyn Robinson (right), to perform a blood pressure check on Correctional Officer, Nicola Wheatley. Occasion was the ‘We Transform’ inaugural health fair and fun day at the Metcalfe Street Juvenile Remand Centre in Kingston on November 8.

530 Children and Staff at Juvenile Facilities to Benefit from Health Fairs
Head of the Corporate Communications Unit of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank held at the agency’s head office on Half-Way Tree Road, Kingston.
Head of the Corporate Communications Unit of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank held at the agency’s head office on Half-Way Tree Road, Kingston.

Know Your Rights: What to Do If You Are Arrested
Communications/Social Media Coordinator, Citizen Security and Justice Programme (CSJP) III, Patrice Nephew (third left), speaks about the Specialised Substance Misuse Treatment initiative, being administered through collaboration with the National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA) at a recent JIS Think Tank. Looking on (from left) are Substance Abuse Officer, NCDA St. James, Suzanne Brown; Substance Abuse Officer, Kingston, Denise Chin; and Social Worker, CSJP III, Western, Desmond Stewart.
Communications/Social Media Coordinator, Citizen Security and Justice Programme (CSJP) III, Patrice Nephew (third left), speaks about the Specialised Substance Misuse Treatment initiative, being administered through collaboration with the National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA) at a recent JIS Think Tank. Looking on (from left) are Substance Abuse Officer, NCDA St. James, Suzanne Brown; Substance Abuse Officer, Kingston, Denise Chin; and Social Worker, CSJP III, Western, Desmond Stewart.

CSJP’S Substance Misuse Treatment Programme Aims to Address Crime

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Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague. (FILE)
JusticeNational Security

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Fight Crime

Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague says the Government remains committed to the safety and protection of all Jamaicans. He noted that while the security forces are committed to fighting crime, it will take the combined efforts of the Government and the citizenry to bring the situation under control. “We have to understand that what we are fighting is...
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: Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a statement on the Zone of Special Operations (ZOSO) in Mount Salem, St. James, during the sitting of the House of Representatives on October 31.
National SecurityPrime Minister

Mount Salem ZOSO Extended for 60 Days

The House of Representatives on October 31 approved a resolution extending the Zone of Special Operations (ZOSO) in Mount Salem, St. James, for a period of 60 days. The Resolution was moved by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, who explained that during this period, the Social Intervention Committee will be given space to continue the work they have...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, gives a statement on the Zone of Special Operations (ZOSO) in Denham Town, Kingston, during the sitting of the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 31).
National SecurityOffice of the Prime Minister

Road, Water and Sewerage Upgrading Works for Denham Town

The Government will be undertaking major infrastructure works in Denham Town, where the second Zone of Special Operations (ZOSO) is in progress. Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, made the announcement in Parliament on Tuesday (October 31), where he informed that a social-intervention committee has been gazetted to steer a series of initiatives in the community. He said the...
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8Training Officer for the Jamaica Combined Cadet Force (JCCF), Major Simoan Foster, provides details about activities to mark Founders Month in November at a recent JIS Think Tank.
National SecurityYouth

Cadet Force Marks Founders Month in November

The Jamaica Combined Cadet Force (JCCF) will be staging a week of activities from November 5 to 11 in observance of Founders Month. Speaking with the JIS News, Commandant of the JCCF, Colonel Errol Johnson, said the commemoration serves to showcase the journey and growth of the Cadet Force, which came into being on November 1, 1943. He noted that...
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Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (right), converses with Chief Information Officer for the Government of Jamaica, Dr. Louis Shallal, during the National Cyber Awareness Activity Day at the Police Officers’ Club in St. Andrew on Wednesday, October 25. The event, which was organised by the Jamaica Cyber Incident Team (JA-CIRT), formed part of activities marking Cyber Security Awareness Month during October.
National SecurityScienceTechnology

Gov’t Continues to Urge Caution in ICT Use

The Government is emphasising the need for users of information and communications technology (ICT) tools to exercise caution in order to reduce cybersecurity risks. Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, said the Administration recognises that for Jamaica to remain globally competitive, “we have to incorporate ICT. But we are also mindful of the fact that as...
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