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Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (right), shares a thought with Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dianne McIntosh during a domestic violence/conflict resolution training session for key Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) operatives at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston today (December 1).

Domestic Violence Training for Police Personnel

The Ministry of National Security is providing training for police personnel in conflict resolution in order to better enable them to recognise, deal with and respond to domestic violence. This is in light of statistics, which show that approximately 37...

Manager of the Trafficking in Persons Secretariat, Keshia West, addresses a recent forum held at the Ridgemount United Church, in Mandeville, Manchester.

Persons Urged to be Cautious in Responding to Job Offers

Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s (JCF) Corporate Communications Unit, Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay, addresses a recent JIS Think Tank.

Police Urge Vigilance During Festive Period

Norman Manley International Airport .

Entities Pledge to Leverage Technology to Improve Border Security

National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (left), is in discussion with Police Commissioner, Dr. Carl Williams, at the graduation ceremony for 173 new police recruits held at the National Police College in St. Catherine on November 25.

Govt to Establish National Security Polytechnic

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Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), makes a point to Commissioner of Police, Dr. Carl Williams, at the opening ceremony of the Regional Security Conference held on November 22 at the Mona Visitors’ Lodge, University of the West Indies (UWI). Others (from left) are Mexican Ambassador to Jamaica, Her Excellency Martha Cecilia Jaber and Deputy Principal, UWI Open Campus, Professor Julie Meeks.

9 years ago National Security and Peace

Dismantling of Gangs Critical in Fight Against Crime – Montague

Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague, says the dismantling of criminal gangs and degrading their capacity is an important element in the Government’s fight against crime. Minister Montague, who was addressing the opening of the Regional Security Conference on November 22 at the Mona Visitors’ Lodge, said it is estimated that 70 per cent of murders in Jamaica are...

Superintendent of Police and Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Communications Unit, Stephanie Lindsay.

9 years ago National Security and Peace

Police Youth Clubs Transforming Troubled Youngsters

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is hailing its flagship youth programme, the Police Youth Clubs, for helping to steer young people away from crime. Head of the JCF’s Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay, said that the clubs, which have a chapter at each police station, have been instrumental in providing guidance for at-risk youth. “We have seen significant...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), is in discussion with President, Jamaica Council of Churches, Reverend Dr. Gordon Evans (left) and Director of Communication, Independent Churches of Jamaica, Orville Ramocan. Occasion was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which sets out guidelines and protocols for the handling and handing over of wanted persons, illegal firearms, ammunition, prohibited weapons, and contraband to the police by members of the clergy and other religious organisations. The signing took place at the Ministry in Kingston today (November 22).

9 years ago National Security and Peace

Police and Church Set Guidelines for Handing Over of Wanted Persons, Guns and Contraband

Guidelines and protocols are now in place for the handling and handing over of wanted persons, illegal firearms, ammunition, and contraband to the police by members of the clergy and other religious organisations. The guidelines were formalised with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) by representatives from the Ministry of National Security, the Jamaica Umbrella Group of Churches...

State Minister for National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right); and Child Development Agency (CDA) Chief Executive Officer, Rosalee Gage-Grey (left), interact with youngsters who participated in the CDA’s 11th annual candlelight vigil and concert at Emancipation Park in New Kingston on Saturday, November 19. The event is the CDA’s main activity to mark World Day for the Prevention of Child Abuse, which is commemorated annually on November 19.

9 years ago National Security and Peace

PHOTOS: The Child Development Agency’s Annual Candlelight Vigil and Concert

Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communication Unit (CCU), Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay (right), speaking during a JIS Think Tank forum at the agency’s head office in Kingston on Friday, November 18. Listening keenly is Director of the National Police College of Jamaica (NPCJ), Assistant Commissioner of Police Norman Heywood.

9 years ago National Security and Peace

Police Assures Public of Adequate Security During Christmas

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has assured that adequate security will be provided in major commercial areas, particularly those affected by recent violent flare-ups, to facilitate activities during the Christmas season. This assurance was given by Head of the JCF Corporate Communication Unit (CCU), Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay, while speaking at a JIS Think Tank forum at the agency’s head office...

Chairman of the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) Board, Hyacinth Lightbourne

9 years ago National Security and Peace

Cannabis Authority Looking to Grant Conditional Permits by Year End

The Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) expects to grant conditional licences by the end of the year for the growing and processing of ganja for medicinal and therapeutic purposes and for research and development. Chairman of the CLA Board, Hyacinth Lightbourne, told JIS News that the entity has received 89 applications. Of the number, 25 are for cultivating ganja, 18 for...

Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communication Unit, Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay, speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank.

9 years ago National Security and Peace

Police Week To Be Observed Nov. 20-23

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) will be observing Police Week 2016 from Sunday, November 20 to Wednesday, November 23 under the theme ‘The Journey’, to mark its 149th anniversary. Speaking at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, today (November 18), Head of the JCF Corporate Communications Unit, Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay, said the week of activities will conclude on November 23 to facilitate...