November 3, 2023
The Provincial Government is reminding residents to ensure bonfires are conducted in a safe and legal manner on Guy Fawkes Night (Sunday, November 5). While residents are encouraged to attend a community-sponsored event, those having private bonfires need to ensure…
November 2, 2023
Today, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador proclaimed into force the Interpersonal Violence Disclosure Protocol Act, commonly known as Clare’s Law, which is aimed at increasing the safety for individuals in intimate relationships who are at risk of violence from…
November 1, 2023
The Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, will announce details of the Interpersonal Violence Disclosure Protocol Act (Clare’s Law) tomorrow (Thursday, November 2). The event is taking place at MacMorran Community Centre, 10…
October 27, 2023
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is reminding the public of the importance of only dialing 9-1-1 in an emergency. The RCMP is reporting an increase in prank 9-1-1 calls from youth. What may seem like a harmless practical joke…
October 24, 2023
The follow statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General: I stand to acknowledge the 6,000 brave volunteer firefighters in our province. Volunteer fire…
October 19, 2023
The follow statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General: Speaker, I stand to acknowledge the community spirit of three young entrepreneurs whose mantra…
October 10, 2023
The Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, will participate in the meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers Responsible for Justice and Public Safety from October 11 to 13, 2023. The meetings will…
October 6, 2023
Under section 13.5 of the Fatalities Investigations Act, the Minister of Justice and Public Safety is required, within 60 days after receiving a report from the Child Death Review Committee (CDRC), to make public those recommendations relating to: Relevant protocols,…
October 6, 2023
The Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, has proclaimed October 8 to 14, 2023 as Fire Prevention Week in Newfoundland and Labrador. This year’s theme, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to…
October 5, 2023
As part of work to ensure safe communities for residents of the Northeast Avalon, the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is establishing a new Weapons and Drug Enforcement Unit. The Weapons and Drug Enforcement Unit is the result of a successful pilot…
