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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (second right), is shown new motor vehicles acquired by the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), by Police Commissioner, Major General Antony Anderson (right). The 59 units were handed over during a brief ceremony on the grounds of the Office of the Police Commissioner, Old Hope Road, St. Andrew, on Friday (September 30). Accompanying them (from left) are: Permanent Secretary in the National Security Ministry, Courtney Williams; and Deputy Police Commissioners, Dr. Kevin Blake (partly hidden), and Fitz Bailey.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (second right), is shown new motor vehicles acquired by the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), by Police Commissioner, Major General Antony Anderson (right). The 59 units were handed over during a brief ceremony on the grounds of the Office of the Police Commissioner, Old Hope Road, St. Andrew, on Friday (September 30). Accompanying them (from left) are: Permanent Secretary in the National Security Ministry, Courtney Williams; and Deputy Police Commissioners, Dr. Kevin Blake (partly hidden), and Fitz Bailey.

JCF’s Mobility Further Bolstered with New Vehicles

The Jamaica Constabulary Force’s (JCF) mobility has been further bolstered, following the handover of 59 vehicles for the organisation’s fleet on Friday (September 30). The presentation was made during a brief handover ceremony on the grounds of the Office of...
Minister of State, Ministry of National Security, Hon. Zavia Mayne, addresses the ‘Step Out and Strive’ graduation ceremony for inmates of the St. Catherine Adult Correctional Centre who completed a personal development rehabilitation programme. The event was held on Thursday (September 29), at the institution’s Spanish Town location.
Minister of State, Ministry of National Security, Hon. Zavia Mayne, addresses the ‘Step Out and Strive’ graduation ceremony for inmates of the St. Catherine Adult Correctional Centre who completed a personal development rehabilitation programme. The event was held on Thursday (September 29), at the institution’s Spanish Town location.

PHOTOS: ‘Step Out and Strive’ Graduation Ceremony
Head of the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team (JaCirt), Lieutenant Colonel Godphey Sterling, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, on September 28.
Head of the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team (JaCirt), Lieutenant Colonel Godphey Sterling, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, on September 28.

JACIRT Invites Participation in Cybersecurity Awareness Month Activities
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Detective Constable O'Neil Daley (centre), who is attached to the Constant Spring Police Station, receives a gift basket from Assistant Vice President at Massy Distribution, Mervelyn Doughorty (right), in appreciation of the kindness and compassion shown to an employee of the company. Sharing the moment is Superintendent in charge of the St. Andrew North Division, Sherika Service.

Policemen Commended for Professionalism and Compassion
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (left), greets newly appointed Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Caribbean Country Department General Manager and Country Representative for Jamaica, Tariq Alli, during a courtesy call at the Ministry’s offices in New Kingston, on Wednesday (September 28).
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (left), greets newly appointed Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Caribbean Country Department General Manager and Country Representative for Jamaica, Tariq Alli, during a courtesy call at the Ministry’s offices in New Kingston, on Wednesday (September 28).

PHOTOS: Minister Chang Receives Courtesy Call from IDB Country Representative

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Head of the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team (JaCirt), Lieutenant Colonel Godphey Sterling, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, on September 28.
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Companies Urged to Strengthen Cybersecurity Measures

Companies in the private and public sectors are being urged to strengthen existing cybersecurity measures, to safeguard against evolving cyber threats and risks. The appeal comes from Head of the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team (JaCIRT), Lieutenant Colonel (Lt. Col.) Godphey Sterling, who was addressing a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, on September 28. “We are seeing a whole...
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Prime Minister, the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness (right), converses with Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, during the sitting of the House of Representatives on September 27.
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House Approves Amendments to New Firearms Bill by the Senate

The House of Representatives on Tuesday (September 27), approved the amendments made to the new Firearms (Prohibition, Restriction and Regulation) Act, by the Senate. The Bill establishes a dual regime, distinguishing between prohibited weapons or unregulated firearms and activities connected thereto, and firearms that are duly authorised or registered. In his remarks, Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang,...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, speaking at the handover of an apartment complex as part of the Government of Jamaica’s social housing initiative, at Fourth Street, Belrock in Kingston on Friday, September 23.
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Poverty No Excuse for Gun Crimes – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says that poverty is no excuse for having an illegal gun and using it to commit crimes. Noting that the poor and vulnerable are those who are most affected by these crimes, Mr. Holness said it is no longer an excuse for youngsters “who claim that [because they are from] poor households and...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (third left), unveils the sign for the official launch of the Universal Service Fund (USF) free community Wi-Fi hotspot at Garvey Square in Norwood on September 21. He is joined by Deputy Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (third right), USF’s Chief Executive Officer, Daniel Dawes (fourth right), and other stakeholders.
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Norwood Gets Free Public Wi-Fi

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says the Universal Service Fund (USF) has been diligent in providing wireless broadband communication to rural and underserved communities in Jamaica. Dr. Chang, who attended the launch of the USF’s Community Wi-Fi Initiative at Garvey Square in Norwood on September 21, indicated that the entity has been allowing...
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The Transforming Our Police Service (TOPS) Area Three Competition Logo.
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Residents Encouraged to Participate in Police Area 3 Service Survey

Residents in the St. Elizabeth, Manchester and Clarendon Police Divisions, are being encouraged to participate in an online customer satisfaction survey regarding service delivery by the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).   The survey within the divisions, which comprise the JCF’s Area Three Command, is being administered by the Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA).   The exercise along with face-to-face interviews are components...
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Jamaica National Service Corps (JNSC) graduates, who have matriculated to the regular arm of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), march during a passing out parade at Up Park Camp on Friday (September 23). A total of 256 persons successfully completed the one-year period of service in the JNSC.
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256 Individuals now Members of the JDF

58 females and 198 males are the newest members of the regular arm of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), after successfully completing a one-year service period through the Jamaica National Service Corps (JNSC) programme. The 256 individuals, who make up ‘Intake 2021/02’, were described on Friday (September 23) at their passing out parade at Up Park Camp, as having demonstrated...
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