PM Drew to discuss crucial measures to combat crime tomorrow

St Kitts and Nevis: Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew announces an important meeting to combat rising violence along with community leaders, social clubs, and non-governmental groups on 23rdAugust 2024.

The Prime Minister regarded this problem as a “critical public health issue,” while noting that the meeting will act as the inauguration for the 90-day campaign focusing on citizen security. This meeting will also focus on national consultation to discuss measures to combat crime.

PM Drew noted that this initiative demands the active involvement and cooperation of all the key stakeholders in the society, which includes representatives from the church, religious institutions, political parties, sports associations, and social clubs.

He then also emphasized the role of private sector businesses, government technocrats, and other organizations across the community in the success of these efforts.

PM Drew noted the challenges that the federation faces due to rising violence and crime while indicating them as not an issue of law enforcement solely. He marked this as a public health crisis that affects everyone across the community.

Prime Minister further mentioned, “ We should adopt a societal approach to combat these issues, and it will start with ensuring that every voice is heard in the planning process. It is not just a government initiative, but a national effort, and we must all be part of the solution.”

Notably, the meeting on the 23rd will provide the stage for stakeholders and community members to discuss their issues and extend their suggestions and insights. These insights will play a vital role in the overall development of the system and in initiating future measures.

The 90-day-long campaign and consultation will include a series of several different events and initiatives. These actions are designed in order to tackle violence and to promote long-term security among the federation.

Additionally, PM Drew also addressed the nation in order to combat the rising crime where he discussed the measures which have been planned or have already been taken to tackle the issue in the country.

Prime Minister during her address noted that the joint operational tactical team will regularly patrol the criminal hotspots. He added that a widely expanded CCTV structure has also been installed around the island.

This new initiative led by the Prime Minister is aimed at producing fruitful results for the organization. Through thorough discussions, and a given deadline the government aims to conquer the issue to reach a net zero in crime and violence.