The Minister of National Security has toured three West End safety centres to gain a first-hand understanding of their work.

Michael Weeks visited the Department of Customs cruise port screening facility at Heritage Wharf in Dockyard, the Nelson Bascome Centre for Substance Abuse Treatment, and Somerset Police Station.

Mr Weeks, who was accompanied by Lieutenant-Colonel Edward Lamb, his Permanent Secretary, spoke to officers and staff to learn more about day-to-day operations and how their work impacted the island.

He said: “There is real value in being on site, speaking with officers and seeing these operations in person.

“It helps to keep the focus on the people doing the work and the responsibilities they carry on behalf of the Island.”