By Robert Lalah, Staff ReporterINSPECTOR HANDEL Morgan, the newly-appointed chairman of the Jamaica Police Federation, is cautiously optimistic about his stint as leader.
"I believe that it is necessary to set achievable goals. The (Jamaica Constabulary) Force is facing several problems at the moment and all of them need to be addressed. I think that simply saying these are the problems and I intend to fix them all, would be unrealistic. Setting manageable goals should in the long run prove to be more fruitful," he told The Gleaner yesterday.
Inspector Morgan, who served for 26 years in the JCF has worked in Immigration, Personnel, the Commissioner's Office; as well as several divisions including St. Andrew North, St. Andrew Central, Portland, Kingston Eastern and Kingston Central where he is stationed today.
He identified several issues which he hopes to address during his term as chairman among them low wages, long working hours, poor working conditions, dilapidated state of equipment including vehicles and lack of access to proper medical care.
A GENUINE CONCERN
Speaking specifically to what he believes is his strongest asset which he will bring to the post of chairman, Inspector Morgan said his 26 years in the force have provided him with invaluable experience.
"Because of my experience, I am able to speak from an informed position on matters affecting police officers. I have a genuine concern for the difficulties being faced by members of the force and so will do my very best to provide proper representation."
Inspector Morgan officially became chairman of the Jamaica Police Federation on July 4, when he replaced Sergeant David White.
