The Minister for Homeland Security and Civil Affairs, James Camille, has completed a two-day familiarisation visit to Praslin aimed at assessing service delivery and operational conditions across key institutions. The visit took place on Thursday 27 November 2025 and Friday 28 November 2025.
The programme began on Thursday with tours of the Grande Anse and Baie Ste Anne Police Stations. Station commanders briefed the Minister on crime trends, operational frameworks, resource needs and logistical constraints. He also met officers on duty to discuss their responsibilities, welfare and areas where additional support could improve policing.
The Minister then visited the Immigration and Civil Identity Systems Office, where staff presented updates on the new office facility soon to be occupied. The briefing covered expected improvements to workflow, public access, staffing requirements, training and ongoing efforts to strengthen border and identity services on the island.
On Friday, the Minister visited the Youth Offenders Facility, engaging with minors enrolled in rehabilitation programmes. Staff outlined current initiatives focused on behavioural development, education, vocational training and reintegration. The Minister encouraged the youths to remain committed to their progress and noted the role of rehabilitation in community safety.
He later toured the SFRSA Fire Station, where emergency personnel presented details on operational capacity, response procedures, specialised equipment and challenges faced during high-risk incidents. The Minister also attended the closing ceremony of the Chemical Risk Level 2 Training, commending participants and underscoring the importance of continued professional development.
The Ministry expressed appreciation to all personnel involved and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening service delivery and supporting frontline officers.