GPF Consumers’ Co-op Society, Special Constabulary reflect on welfare, development initiatives at annual Christmas breakfast

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) Consumers’ Co-operative Society Limited Board, in collaboration with the Special Constabulary Board, convened its Annual Christmas Breakfast on Sunday at the Police Officers’ Mess Annexe, Eve Leary, bringing together senior leadership, regional commanders, officers, ranks, and invited guests to reflect on the organisation’s accomplishments and reinforce its welfare-driven mandate. The programme was chaired by Senior Superintendent K. Das, Chairman of the Consumers’ Co-op Society, and opened with an invocation delivered by Pastor Jean Roberts, who prayed for continued protection, prosperity, and unity within the Force. The gathering also featured cultural and musical presentations by the GPF Band MS, including a performance of the award-winning piece “Good Vibes” by Sergeant Roberts.
Formal greetings and seasonal messages were delivered by commanders from all twelve regional divisions along with senior officers and the Chairman of the Police Service Commission who commended the Society for its longstanding contribution to the welfare and financial resilience of police ranks. Delivering the feature address, Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken underscored the central role of the Consumers’ Co-op Society in supporting the wellbeing and advancement of its members. He reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to modernisation and capacity-building, highlighting a new initiative that will allow any rank without Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) qualifications to pursue further studies under the Force’s support system. This effort, he noted, aligns with the Strategic Plan’s pillar of “Developing Our People,” which prioritises education, career growth, and institutional strengthening. In a significant moment for the Force, the Commissioner announced the promotion of Dawn Smartt, who has served for 27 years, and Marvis Garraway, with 24 years of service, to the rank of Sergeant. Their on-the-spot elevation was met with loud applause and celebration among colleagues. The event also served as an opportunity for leadership to reaffirm support for the continued growth and expansion of the Consumers’ Co-op Society, which has consistently provided essential assistance and services to ranks throughout the years. Attendees included Deputy Commissioner (Administration) Ravindradat Budhram, Deputy Commissioners Karimbaksh and McBean, senior and junior officers, members of the Police Service Commission and other invited guests. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Senior Superintendent Das, who commended participants and organisers for their contributions to a successful and meaningful gathering.