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Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie.

Political Candidates, Supporters Urged to Exercise Safety on the Roads

The police are calling on candidates in the February 26 Local Government Elections and their supporters to exercise safety and order on the roads. Speaking with JIS News, Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement...

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, addresses the fourth in a series of Justice of the Peace (JP) sensitisation sessions at the Grand Palladium hotel in Hanover on Friday (Feb. 9).

JPs Urged to Play a More Active Role in Stemming Crime and Violence

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), greets Director of Research, Caribbean Policy Research Institute, Jamaica, Dr. Diana Thorburn (right) during the second staging of the national security seminar at the AC Marriott Hotel in St. Andrew on February 7. At centre is Commissioner of Police, Major General Antony Anderson.

Closing the Gap Between Crime and Public Perception

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the second staging of a security seminar, held at the AC Marriott Hotel in St. Andrew on February 7.

Administration Continues to Lobby US to Stem Inflow of Illegal Guns – PM

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, speaks in the House of Representatives, on Tuesday (February 6).

Nominees for Sexual Harassment Tribunal to Be Taken to Cabinet February 12

Minister of State, Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, addresses the launch of the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) Wellness Committee Health Fair at the St. Catherine Sports Club on February 6.

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PHOTOS: Launch of the DCS Wellness Committee Health Fair

Minister of State, Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, addresses the launch of the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) Wellness Committee Health Fair at the St. Catherine Sports Club on February 6.

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (second right), participates in the ceremony for the listing of Project STAR (Social Transformation and Renewal) on the Jamaica Social Stock Exchange (JSSE), at the offices of the Jamaica Stock Exchange in downtown Kingston on February 6. Also taking part (from left) are Chairman, JSSE, Professor Neville Ying; Co-Chair, Project STAR, Keith Duncan; and Managing Director, Jamaica Stock Exchange, Dr. Marlene Street Forrest.

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Project STAR Listed on Jamaica Social Stock Exchange

Project STAR (Social Transformation and Renewal) is now listed on the Jamaica Social Stock Exchange (JSSE). The JSSE provides a platform to assist social-sector organisations to attract long-term funding to make their projects sustainable. Project STAR is a social and economic transformation programme created by the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), in partnership with the Jamaica Constabulary Force and...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, inspects new Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) recruits at a Passing-Out Parade, Certificate and Awards Ceremony held on June 9, 2023, at the National Police College of Jamaica (NPCJ) in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine.

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JCF to Meet 14,000-Member Quota This Year

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is expected to meet its established quota of 14,000 members this year, says Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang. He told JIS News that with the ongoing recruitment drive, the Force should reach its full complement. “We have been operating for many years below 12,000. This year, we will be at 14,000. We...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (centre), inspects police recruits at the passing out parade held at the National Police College of Jamaica, at Twickenham Park in St. Catherine, on January 31.

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JCF One of the Most Advanced and Modern Police Forces in Hemisphere – Dr. Chang

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is one of the “most advanced and modern police forces in this hemisphere”, says Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang. Delivering the keynote address at the passing out of 191 new police recruits at the National Police College of Jamaica, at Twickenham Park in St. Catherine on January 31, the Minister said the...

Head of the St. Catherine North Police Division, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Howard Chambers.

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Cadet Corps Providing Positive Engagement for Spanish Town Youth

The St. Catherine North Cadet Corps is positivity impacting the lives of youngsters in Spanish Town. Senior Superintendent (SSP) of Police Howard Chambers, who heads the St. Catherine Police Division, said the unit comprises students, who are recommended by principals and guidance counsellors. They are equipped with discipline, leadership and life skills training for their personal development and to transform...

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (right), greets Chairman of the Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA), Professor Elizabeth Ward (second right) during the closing-out ceremony for the review of the technical assistance to the Citizen Security Plan (CSP), at the University of the West Indies Regional Headquarters on January 25. Sharing in the moment (from left) are International Aid/Programme Manager Cooperation Section, Delegation of the European Union to Jamaica, Luca Lo Conte and Violence Prevention and Citizen Security Expert, Heather Sutton.

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Citizen Security Plan Provides Holistic Approach to Crime Reduction – Minister Chang

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says the holistic approach to crime reduction being undertaken through the Citizen Security Plan (CSP) is crucial in addressing social issues and transforming lives. He said the work carried out under the initiative will impact families and communities, improve public order and build safer communities. Dr. Chang was...

Data protection has become increasingly important given the growing connectedness of the world.

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Vigilance and Awareness First Lines of Defence in Data Protection

Jamaicans are being urged to be vigilant when navigating the digital space as the growing connectedness of the world continues to create privacy challenges. Chief Technical Director (CTD) in the Information and Communications Technology Division in the Office of the Prime Minister, Wahkeen Murray, in making the call said that “vigilance and awareness are our first lines of defence in...