SOPE Declared for Clarendon, St James 

SOPE Declared for Clarendon, St James 

A State of Public Emergency (SOPE) declared in the parishes of Clarendon and St James for 14 days, follows outbreaks of gang violence which remain a threat in those parishes. Now despite recent backlash- one political commentator believes SOPEs are still useful in the...
O’Brien Chang Supports Another SOE

O’Brien Chang Supports Another SOE

Following the Prime Minister’s plans to impose another State of Public Emergency(SOPE), Political Commentator Kevin O’Brien Chang says he is in support of another round of SOEs amid the Yuletide season. Speaking with our news team on Friday he notes there...
Area Commander: No Need For SOE In Trelawny

Area Commander: No Need For SOE In Trelawny

By this much indication has been given that another round of States of Emergency (SOE) will be had before the year comes to an end. However, despite being a haven for criminals, fleeing stringent policing measures in other parishes nearby, the Area One Commander does...
Westmoreland Custos Dubs SOE Effective

Westmoreland Custos Dubs SOE Effective

Canon Hartley Perrin, Custos of Westmoreland says while there may be merit to the world cup having it is usual crime reduction effect, there is no denying the effectiveness of the States of Public Emergency (SOPE) in tackling crime in the western parish. He spoke to...