Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government’s priority is to deal with violence, crime and public order as a national security risk. “Anything that weakens the ability of the State to exercise its sovereignty and give a security guarantee to its citizens is a national security threat. When we elevate it to this level, it is quite...

Organisers of parties for the Christmas holiday season are being reminded to apply for the requisite permits before they stage these events. Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communications Unit, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, told a JIS Think Tank on December 14, that it is important for all parties involved to be aware of these...

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) e-Ticketing system has been bolstered with the handover of 3,000 sets of rugged handsets and printers by the Ministry of National Security. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, made the presentation on Tuesday (December 19) at the JCF’s Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB) on Elletson Road in Kingston. The e-Ticketing system, which is...

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reminding the public that the use of fireworks (pyrotechnics) and firecrackers remains illegal in Jamaica without the necessary permit. Speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank, Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, pointed out that illegal fireworks can cause distress to residents and...

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is encouraging business operators to invest in security safeguards for their establishments. Head of the JCF’s Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, recommends that particular consideration be given to incorporating armed guards and installing surveillance cameras. She was speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on December 14....

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is cautioning motorists against the illegal use of coloured lights on their motor vehicles this holiday season. Speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, advised that the use of these lights, as detailed in the...

Jamaicans are being encouraged to use social media responsibly as they go about their business this festive season. “Don't put every bit of information on social media because you don't know if somebody is trying to track you down. Do not put your every move [online],” said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Stephanie Lindsay. “You want to make sure that...