The police in B Division Berbice, have stepped up preparations for the election
Ranks of B Division Berbice
season as Election Day draws nearer.
On Tuesday Commander of ‘B’ Division, Assistant Commissioner Brian Joseph met with ranks throughout the division at the Prison Officers Sports Club in New Amsterdam. Among the topics discussed was the conduct of ranks before, during and after the elections.
Commander Joseph advised ranks that they should not get involved or make political statements of any kind and not to wear any clothing depicting logos of any of the political parties contesting the 2015 General and Regional Elections.
The top police officer cautioned the ranks to maintain a high level of professionalism and their integrity during this period.
Mr. Joseph also addressed the issue of corruption, police attitude and conduct towards members of the public in general and during road blocks.
All road blocks as far as possible must be conducted in front of stations, he said. He added that ranks must be fully dressed in uniform bearing their badge of ranks and also name tags.
He that said if it becomes necessary for the roadblock to be conducted away from the station a marked police vehicle must be used and ranks should be fully dressed in their uniform.