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Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn (second right), listens as Correctional Officer, Meshack Brown (right), outlines the music programme at the Metcalfe Street Secure Juvenile Remand Centre in Kingston. The State Minister and a team from the Ministry conducted a tour of the institution on July 3.
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn (second right), listens as Correctional Officer, Meshack Brown (right), outlines the music programme at the Metcalfe Street Secure Juvenile Remand Centre in Kingston. The State Minister and a team from the Ministry conducted a tour of the institution on July 3.

Gov’t Focused on Rehabilitation of Juvenile Offenders

The Ministry of National Security is taking steps to improve the island’s juvenile correctional centres and ensure that wards have greater access to education and training opportunities. Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn, said the Government...
Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, addresses a stakeholder meeting at Couples San Souci Hotel, Ocho Rios, St. Ann on Saturday (July 1).
Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, addresses a stakeholder meeting at Couples San Souci Hotel, Ocho Rios, St. Ann on Saturday (July 1).

CCTVs to be Installed from Ocho Rios to Discovery Bay
Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke (second left), shakes hands with Ambassador of Japan to Jamaica, His Excellency Yasuhiro Atsumi, during a signing ceremony for the exchange of notes between the governments of Japan and Jamaica in relation to the provision of $428 million in grant aid. The signing was held at the Ministry’s offices in Kingston on Friday (June 30). Sharing the moment are (from left) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, and Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn.
Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke (second left), shakes hands with Ambassador of Japan to Jamaica, His Excellency Yasuhiro Atsumi, during a signing ceremony for the exchange of notes between the governments of Japan and Jamaica in relation to the provision of $428 million in grant aid. The signing was held at the Ministry’s offices in Kingston on Friday (June 30). Sharing the moment are (from left) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, and Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn.

Japan Provides $428M to Bolster the JCF’s Mobility
The smart device and portable printer that is used by members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) to issue traffic tickets.
The smart device and portable printer that is used by members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) to issue traffic tickets.

E-Ticketing System Improving Efficiency
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (centre), in discussion with Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Oversight for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (right) and Director of Public Prosecutions, Paula Llewellyn, during the opening ceremony for the CARICOM Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) regional cyber awareness session at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (June 27).
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (centre), in discussion with Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Oversight for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (right) and Director of Public Prosecutions, Paula Llewellyn, during the opening ceremony for the CARICOM Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) regional cyber awareness session at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (June 27).

Jamaica’s Cybersecurity Infrastructure Strengthened Through Stakeholder Initiatives

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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, offers words of comfort to New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary, Lucille Smith, who recently lost her daughter. Mr. Holness handed over a two-bedroom house to Ms. Smith at Roger’s Wood in Bartons, St. Catherine, on Friday (June 23). The unit was built at a cost of $5.2 million.
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Gov’t Crafting Laws to Strengthen National Security While Protecting Rights – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is putting legislative measures in place to strengthen national security, while protecting the rights and freedoms of citizens. He said that these laws will target criminals and violence producers in the society. “Our laws need to take into account our current situation; it is a delicate balance that we must...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon Dr. Horace Chang (left) and Deputy Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey (centre), listen as Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Narcotics Division, Superintendent Jervis Moore, provides an update on drug seizures islandwide. The Minister toured the Division in Kingston recently.
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Gov’t Looking to Upgrade Offices Housing the Police Narcotics and Major Investigations Divisions

The Ministry of National Security will be taking steps to upgrade the offices housing the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Narcotics and Major Investigations Divisions. This was disclosed by Portfolio Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, who recently toured both units in Kingston where he observed the facilities’ existing state and gathered feedback from the staff. “These are two very fine units...
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Custos Rotulorum for St James, Bishop the Hon. Conrad Pitkin (right), interacts with students of Barracks Road Primary during a devotional exercise at the Corinaldi Primary School in Montego Bay, St James, on Friday (June 23), in observance of the National Day of Mourning for Children who have been victims of violence.
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Call Made for Collaboration and Transformation to Safeguard Jamaica’s Children

Custos Rotulorum for St. James, Bishop the Hon. Conrad Pitkin, has emphasised the need for societal transformation and cross-sector collaboration to ensure the safety and well-being of Jamaica’s children. “Many of our children experience insidious forms of violence and abuse, and it doesn’t matter the circumstances – every child has a right to be protected from any form of violent...
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Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) personnel participate in a yoga session at the Newcastle Military Camp in St Andrew.
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Free Yoga Sessions Being Offered By Indian High Commission

Free yoga sessions are being offered by the High Commission of India in Jamaica. Classes are held Mondays to Sundays, except Wednesdays, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the High Commission, 5 Earls Court, Acadia Drive, Kingston 8. This was disclosed by India’s High Commissioner to Jamaica, His Excellency Rungsung Masakui, while addressing participants at a yoga session held...
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Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (right), in discussion with Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Gary Griffiths (left) and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Howard Chambers, at a meeting with businesspersons in Bog Walk, St. Catherine, on June 21
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Citizens Seeking to Acquire Security Cameras Urged to Contact JamaicaEye Personnel

Persons seeking to acquire security cameras are being encouraged to contact JamaicaEye personnel for advice on the equipment. Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, said cameras are now part of the security mechanism for the gathering of evidence and coverage of what is happening in spaces targeted by persons with criminal intent, and it is crucial to have...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang.
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House Approves Further 60-Day Extension of Seven ZOSOs

The House of Representatives, on Tuesday (June 20), approved a further 60-day extension of the Zones of Special Operations (ZOSOs) in seven areas across Jamaica. They are Denham Town, West Kingston; Norwood and Mount Salem, St. James; Greenwich Town, Parade Gardens and August Town in St. Andrew, and Savanna-la-Mar, in Westmoreland. In his remarks, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of...
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National Coordinator for the national Police Youth Club (PYC), Sergeant Ricardo McCalpin.
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Youth Encouraged to Join National Police Youth Club

Youth are being encouraged to join the National Police Youth Club to benefit from its upcoming Summer Camp, which will provide skill-certification opportunities in partnership with the HEART/NSTA Trust. Level-two skills training will be offered for various areas, including housekeeping, painting, electrical wiring and connection, motor vehicle repairs, tiling and baking. The camp will be held for one week from...
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