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ST. JOHN’S, Antigua: The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has taken steps to have police stations in the country equipped with modern tools of communication utilizing information technology.
Minister responsible for Communications Dr Edmond Mansoor, recently presented the Dockyard Police Station with a Pentium Computer System and High Speed Internet connection. Other stations will be equipped in the coming months.
He noted that the government recognizes the need for the law enforcement agencies to be linked which can be achieved through internet connectivity.
He also noted that in light of the approaching Sailing Week activities, it is pertinent for the police in the historical Nelson’s Dockyard area to have Internet access which will enable them to communicate with individuals on land and at sea.
Sergeant Albert Wade who accepted the computer on the behalf of the Dockyard Police Station, noted that the system and the internet connection will assist in the filing of police record. He spoke of instances where yachtsmen may witness crimes committed at sea but have no way of reporting such situation to the police.
The venture was made possible through the efforts of Dr. Mansoor, Mr. Mark Punter and staff of the Government’s IT Centre and the management of Antigua Computer Technology ACT.
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