Former CoP Stresses The Importance Of Ethics In Proper Policing

Amid rising public concerns about ethical standards in law enforcement, the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) took a new step towards restoring confidence and strengthening integrity within its ranks. On Friday, the RSLPF hosted a workshop entitled “Engendering Integrity in Law Enforcement: Management of Police Misconduct.” According to the organisers, the event was not just a meeting—it was a crucial moment for reflection and progress, aimed at tackling pressing issues and fine-tuning internal processes to rebuild public trust and accountability. With the assistance of former Commissioner of Police, Severin Moncherry, the workshop brought together senior officers holding the rank of Inspector and above. It forms part of a larger initiative by the RSLPF to prioritise ethical conduct in its operations and improve service delivery to the people of Saint Lucia. Speaking to the St. Lucia Times, Mr. Moncherry emphasised the importance of ethical standards, especially within the police force.  “It is something that I think is absolutely necessary in any organisation but more so the Royal Saint Lucia Police force because of the nature of work and the range of power that the police have,” he stated.  When asked about his personal beliefs as a former commissioner and a...