PARAMARIBO - Justice and Safety Minister Harish Monorath recently installed ten workers from the...

Suriname Water Company (SWM) as BAVP officers. This means that these workers have been deputized and can also carry out the duties of a police officer to help maintain law and order. Minister Monorath explained that the new BAVP officers could also be deployed outside of their regular job if and when that becomes necessary. They could provide assistance in the hinterland and during traffic inspections. The minister explained that the duties of a police officer require responsibility. The new BAVP officers are expected to perform their duties in an objective, honest and professional mann