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Commissioner of Customs, Major (Ret’d) Richard Reese (right), addresses meeting at the Jamaica Customs Agency, during the visit of Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), on March 29. At left is Minister of State in the Ministry, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles, Jr.
Commissioner of Customs, Major (Ret’d) Richard Reese (right), addresses meeting at the Jamaica Customs Agency, during the visit of Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (centre), on March 29. At left is Minister of State in the Ministry, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles, Jr.

Customs to Implement Tax Stamp System for Alcohol and Cigarettes

The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) will be implementing a tax stamp system for the monitoring of alcohol and cigarettes. The system, which will be introduced on a phased basis, allows for the authority to verify the authenticity of alcohol and...
Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (left), converses with Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Border Protection Division, Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA), Alwyn Nicely, following a meeting with directors of the JCA, at the entity’s Newport East offices in Kingston on Tuesday (March 29).
Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (left), converses with Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Border Protection Division, Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA), Alwyn Nicely, following a meeting with directors of the JCA, at the entity’s Newport East offices in Kingston on Tuesday (March 29).

Jamaica Customs Agency Urged To Be Vigilant Against Smuggling
Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (left), having a light discussion with President of the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS), Norman Grant, after the Minister addressed the 30th Anniversary ceremony of the St. Mary Agri-Expo, held on March 28, at the Grays Inn Sports Complex, Annotto Bay, in the parish.
Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (left), having a light discussion with President of the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS), Norman Grant, after the Minister addressed the 30th Anniversary ceremony of the St. Mary Agri-Expo, held on March 28, at the Grays Inn Sports Complex, Annotto Bay, in the parish.

Security Forces Target Markets and Abattoirs

Westmoreland Custos Satisfied With Town Hall Meeting
Outgoing Lasco Top Cop of the Year 2015/16, Detective Sergeant Ava Lindo (2nd right), hands over a new desk top computer, courtesy of Royale Computers, to Principal of Barnes Basic School, Debbie-Ann Prince (3rd right), on March 23, at the institution. Also joining in are Inspector of Police at the Community Safety and Security Branch with responsibility for the Welfare Office, Yvonne Williams (3rd left); Sergeant Jonathan Prince (centre) as well as parents, teachers and students.
Outgoing Lasco Top Cop of the Year 2015/16, Detective Sergeant Ava Lindo (2nd right), hands over a new desk top computer, courtesy of Royale Computers, to Principal of Barnes Basic School, Debbie-Ann Prince (3rd right), on March 23, at the institution. Also joining in are Inspector of Police at the Community Safety and Security Branch with responsibility for the Welfare Office, Yvonne Williams (3rd left); Sergeant Jonathan Prince (centre) as well as parents, teachers and students.

Top Cop of the Year Donates Computer to School

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ECC to Offer City and Guilds Certification for Security Guards

Security guards will soon receive training which will enable them to seek employment in the Caribbean and Europe. Evening and week-end classes for a 12-week training programme are scheduled to begin in May 2016 at the Excelsior Community College (ECC) main campus, 137 Mountain View Avenue, Kingston 3. The school is collaborating with Security Administrators Limited (SAL) to start the...
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National Security

Ministry to Enhance Work Environment for Westmoreland Cops

The Ministry of National Security will be equipping police stations in Westmoreland with a number of basic items in order to improve the work environment for police personnel. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, who made the disclosure at a town hall meeting at the Sean Lavery Faith Hall in Savanna-la-Mar on Monday (March 21), said the items to be provided...
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Head of the Manchester Police Division, Superintendent Vendolyn Cameron-Powell, addresses policy forum on building safe communities, staged by the Management Institute for National Development (MIND), at its Mandeville campus, in Manchester, on March 18.
National Security

Police Supt. Suggests Bonding JCF Members

Head of the Manchester Police Division, Superintendent Vendolyn Cameron-Powell, is suggesting that the Government consider bonding members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), to stem the high attrition rate within the organisation. She noted that the JCF, which is currently seeking to fill about 3,000 vacancies, is losing well-trained officers to other countries that are “doing everything to recruit them.” Superintendent...
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Commissioner of Police, Dr. Carl Williams.
National Security

District Constables to Return to Communities

Police Commissioner, Dr. Carl Williams, has announced the planned re-assignment of District Constables (DCs) from police stations back into their communities. Speaking at a town hall meeting in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on March 21, Dr. Williams explained that the function of these officers is primarily to support the regular Police men and women at the community level. He pointed out that...
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National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, addresses town hall meeting in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland earlier this year.
National Security

Ministry to Purchase Cheaper Cars for JCF

National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, says will be purchasing cheaper vehicles during the next financial year to boost the mobile capacity of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).             Speaking at a town hall meeting in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland,  on March 21, the Minister said motor cars, which are popularly known as ‘deportees’, will be purchased, instead of more expensive new...
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National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague (with mike), addresses town hall meeting at the Sean Lavery Faith Hall, in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on March 21.
National Security

Security Minister Pleased With Outcome of Town Hall Meeting

National Security Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, says he is heartened by the responses which came out of a town hall meeting the Ministry  hosted in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on  March 21.             In an interview with  JIS News,  the Minister said new ideas were put forward to  help fight crime.             “I feel very good because the answers to a lot...
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Head of the Modernization Initiatives and Strategic Projects Division of the Ministry of National Security, Dr. Canute Thompson (2nd left), exchanges warm greetings with Head of the Manchester Police Division, Superintendent Vendolyn Cameron-Powell (2nd right). Sharing the moment (from left) are: Senior Manager, Distance Learning, Management Institute for National Development (MIND), Edward Shakes; Director, Business Development and Communication, MIND, Marlene Campbell; and Director, Government Relations and Economic Development, Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Garfield Green. Occasion was a policy forum on building safe communities, hosted by MIND, at its Mandeville campus in Manchester on March 18.
National Security

More CCTV Cameras for Mandeville and Montego Bay

More closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras are to be installed in the towns of Mandeville, Manchester and Montego Bay, St. James this year. The move is part of the Government’s effort to enhance police monitoring of the areas and ensure the safety and security of residents. Head of the Modernization Initiatives and Strategic Projects Division in the Ministry of National Security,...
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