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The Guyana Prison Service (GPS) operates under the Prison Act # 26 of 1975 along with its subsequent amendments. This is the legislative framework for the GPS which establishes the key parameters that include the articulation of the management structure of the Prisons as well as the main powers and responsibilities of the Director of Prisons.
The prisons operate under the jurisdiction of the Minister of Home Affairs. Under the Prison Act, Cap 11:01 Laws of Guyana, the Minister has powers that present an oversight framework for ensuring that the GPS functions effectively.
The core function of the Guyana Prison Service is to provide safe custody of offenders who have violated the law of the land and are referred to it by the courts.
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In an effort to maintain a level of security and foster a good relationship between the disciplinary services, the Joint Services conducted a walk through on Saturday July 13, 2024, at the New Amsterdam Prison.
Officer-in-Charge of the location, Assistant Superintendent of Prisons Mr. Patrick Crawford said while the Guyana Prison Service is responsible for maintaining a safe and orderly environment, prisons in particular face unique challenges in fulfilling that goal because its populations are fluid and conditions can be relatively chaotic, hence support from the Joint Services is vital.
Twelve (12) Female Inmates Completed Anger Management Programme at the Timehri Prison
Twelve (12) Female Inmates at the Timehri Prison received Certificates for Completing an Anger Management programme designed to help them change their behaviour after they are released and also while incarcerated.
The 10-week programme involves discussing triggers to anger, ways to correct behaviours and anger management plans, overcome criminal thinking set and achieve goals, become more responsible, develope healthy relationships and avoid substance abuse.
According to Officer-in-Charge of the location, Assistant Superintendent of Prisons Michelle Boyce, the programme is part of the Guyana Prison Service drive to rehabilitate inmates and hopefully prevent them from being repeat offenders.
Meanwhile, Officer-in-Charge (ag) Welfare and Corrections Department, Ms. Tessa McGarrell expressed appreciation to MLG Consultancy and General Services, for this collaborative initiative aimed at improving the mental health of the inmates.
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