In response to a notice from the Integrity Commission, Robert Chin, Member of Parliament for Manchester Southern, confirmed that he will be at its office on Monday, March 25, 2024.
The Integrity Commission issued a notice in the Observer and the Gleaner, as well as on social media, summoning the MP to “attend the office of the Integrity Commission by March 27, 2024.”
The notice, which came after unsuccessful attempts to reach Chin, did not specify the reason for summoning him. However, Chin explained in a statement on Sunday, March 24, 2024, that he had been in touch with the Commission regarding requested financial statements for companies he is involved with. He mentioned that the accountants for these companies have not yet completed the statements, resulting in the delay.
He also apologized for not providing a timely update to the Commission and confirmed his intention to attend their office on Monday, March 25, 2024, to address the matter.
Newly Installed Commissioner Announces Major Shakeup in the JCF Leadership Ranks.
In one of his first official acts as Police Commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake has brought about several positive changes to the leadership of the Jamaica Constabulary Force, JCF.
Addressing an All-Officers’ Conference at the Police Officers’ Club in St. Andrew on Thursday, March 21, 2024, Dr. Blake announced these uplifting changes. ACP Karina Powell-Hood, the highest-ranking woman in the force, will take over Dr. Blake’s former role as head of the Force Development and Logistics portfolio.
DCP Clifford Blake will now oversee the Inspectorate Professional Standards Oversight Bureau, IPROB, with SSP Desmond Brooks by his side. ACP Warren Clarke will lead the Strategic Operations Portfolio, while ACP Clifford Chambers will be reassigned to the Office of the Commissioner of Police. ACP Andrew Lewis joins DCP Fitz Bailey at the Crime and Security Portfolio, and SSP Kirk Ricketts has transitioned to the Security Intelligence Branch.
SSP Robert Gordon will now serve in the Administration Branch, and SSP Howard Chambers will move to Specialised Operations. ACP Calvin Allen will take charge of the Area Three Headquarters. SSP Glenford Miller will lead Area One, and SSP Paulette Green will oversee Area Four. Superintendent Hopeton Nicholson will head the St Catherine North division.
These uplifting appointments will come into effect on April 2, ushering in a new era for the Jamaica Constabulary Force under Dr. Kevin Blake’s leadership.