Ministry Overview
National Security
Ambassador Alison Stone Roofe
The Ministry of National Security’s main responsibility is to contribute towards creating a safe and secure Jamaica by the effective enforcement of law, order and maintenance of secure borders.
The Ministry of National Security (MNS) was established as a single Ministry in 2001 following the separation of the Ministry of National Security and Justice to form two separate Ministries.
This allows the Ministry to focus on the maintenance of law and order, the protection of the country against internal and external threats, the safety of Jamaica’s borders and the punishment and rehabilitation of offenders.
Agencies / Departments
- Major Organised Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA)
- Institute of Forensic Science and Legal Medicine
- Citizen Security and Justice Programme (CSJP)
- Parole Board
- Forensic Laboratory
- Firearm Licensing Authority
- Private Security Regulation Authority
- Caribbean Search Centre
- Jamaica Constabulary Staff College
- Jamaica Police Academy
- Police Civilian Oversight Authority
National Security News
Jamaicans Urged to Evaluate Information Presented to Them
Jamaicans are being urged to critically evaluate the information they consume and adopt a more safety-conscious approach when venturing out...
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JCF Urges Vigilance While Shopping
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is advising members of the public to be extra vigilant as they go about their...
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Sangster International Airport Gets Two New E-Gates
The Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, has enhanced its immigration and customs processing with the installation of...
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