380 / 494
379
11.62.
We find that the system of supervision in the JDF allowed
detection and punishment of misconduct. This was evidence of a
functioning system of internal accountability that held soldiers and
their supervisors to the attainment of standards of conduct. We are
unable to extend this observation to the JCF. We heard no evidence of
any effort to activate the JCF’s internal disciplinary machinery or to
hold constables to account for any form of misconduct. However, we
are satisfied that ACP Gause gave instructions to set up Complaint
Desks in Tivoli Gardens and Denham Town to receive complaints from
residents.
PART C
SOME CRITICAL DECISIONS
11.63.
In this Part, we highlight some of the important decisions taken by
the security forces in order to discuss their impact on the effectiveness of the
operation taking into account the chains of command and systems of internal
accountability.
The JDF
11.64.
From the perspective of the JDF commanders, the critical decisions
related to the efficient and effective implementation of the internal security
operation. According to Lt. Col. Ogilvie, those decisions taken at the planning
stage included:
•
the provision of adequate resources;
•
video recording evidence of armed conflict with gunmen;
•
determining the span of control;
•
ensuring effective supervision of soldiers;
•
eliminating duplication of roles and areas of responsibility;
•
developing a means of dealing with by-standers;