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Ministry Targets Unlicensed Security Firms | Bahamas News
The Ministry of National Security is launching a major crackdown on unlicensed security firms, especially in the Family Islands, with strict enforcement starting June 29, 2026. Over 150 inactive firms and 200 unauthorized guards have already been removed, and more than $156,000 in license fees collected. New measures include a fraud-resistant security guard license and updates to the outdated 1970 Security Guards Act, aiming for tougher penalties, better training, and fair competition. Officials credit security professionals as key partners in crime reduction, and inspections are planned for…
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