Last Updated on August 17, 2022, 6:33 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis hosted a meeting with the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) on Tuesday, August 16 2022, at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Conference Room.
The prime minister clarified that the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis acknowledges the dedication and commitment shown by the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) and, as such, has decided to review compensation and resources for the Police.
The prime minister said that he recognises that the maintenance of law is complicated, stressful and tiring. Therefore, as the Prime Minister and the Minister of National Security of the country, he pledged to do everything he could to ensure that the police forces get decent wages relative to their work.
Further, he assured that he would ensure that the security forces are resourced appropriately to act or/and respond to exact needs at moments of notice and that equal opportunities for improvement and advancement are extended to all.
Dr Drew said that the Government is committed to supporting the Police and giving them the extra resources they need to serve and protect the federation.
“I commit to working assiduously to achieve both ends simultaneously, for the Police cannot be expected to do much with little. Our people know that the overwhelming majority of police officers do a challenging and dangerous job fairly and professionally,” said the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister addressed the audience of the police officers, emphasising that “You deserve our respect and not our scorn, cooperation and not our hostility; you deserve our gratitude and not our condemnation.”
Prime Minister Drew appealed to the RSCNPF to support him in improving the lives and livelihoods of these officers.
“During my term, I ask you to join me and to support me on this quest to ensure that you receive the respect, cooperation, and gratitude that you deserve in this noble profession.”
In due course, PM Terrance Drew promised to announce improvements in essential functions and structures, including work conditions,” said the Prime Minister.
As National Security Minister, Prime Minister Dr Drew said that he is open to dialogue about the “general situation and trends” in the country, adding that the Cabinet will engage with the top ministry officials and the High Command to explore strategies for growth.
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