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Poverty to Prosperity
Budget Presentation
Gordon House March 19, 2015
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The Security Forces deserve our support and encouragement.
We recognize that the police have not had a pay increase in over 5 years (since 2009).
Nevertheless, they have continued to serve under the most challenging conditions. The
Government must seek to arrive at an early settlement of a reasonable compensation
package with members of the security forces and indeed all hardworking and committed
Public Sector workers
Crime Strategy/Policy Solutions
DNA
Mr. Speaker, I urge the government to fast-track the passage of DNA Legislation with
provisions for the creation of a DNA database and the mandatory taking of DNA samples
from accused persons upon arrest.
The recent Irwin rape case is instructive. DNA evidence does not only convict criminals, but
serves to protect the innocent. Mr. Speaker, the government must give the police the
modern tools to do their job.
IRIS
Mr. Speaker, there should be no further delay in implementing an Island-wide Registration
and Identification System
(IRIS).
This is necessary to assist the police in establishing
identity generally, and reduce instances where criminals mislead the police regarding their