Overton: Unsurprised By Raft Of Changes For Guards

Overton: Unsurprised By Raft Of Changes For Guards

by | May 10, 2023 | Major Stories

President of the Jamaica Society for Industrial Security, George Overton says security guards over the last two months have amassed close to 100 per cent increase in their wages spurred by the shift from contract to employee. He also says the raft of changes announced...
Another Gun Bust At Montego Bay Wharf

Another Gun Bust At Montego Bay Wharf

by | Jan 20, 2021 | Major Stories

Another gun bust at the Freeport Wharf in Montego Bay, St. James is hinting at a seemingly extensive supply chain for illegal weapons into the country. The lives of 25 Jamaicans were taken by gun violence at the weekend, several others have been...
U.S. Visa Revoked

U.S. Visa Revoked

by | Nov 6, 2019 | Discussion

In this Panel Discussion, we have Political Commentator Dickie Crawford, Security Practitioner Lieutenant Commander George Overton, and Economist Ralston Hyman. Hear what the experts have to say on the recent revocation of USA...
Extension of the SOE

Extension of the SOE

by | Sep 18, 2019 | Discussion

Parliament is arguing about extending the SOE. The Government is asking for 90 days and the Opposition is suggesting 21 days- with some adjustments, but what are the factors involved in making the decision? This Panel Discussion, with Hugh Johnson, President of the...