Police to address security concerns of CCC members

IGP N. K. Illangakoon has informed all police stations to closely liaise with banks, financial institutions and other business enterprises in their jurisdictions and review and augment security measures in the establishments.

This direction has been sent, consequent to a meeting organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) recently to brief members, on how to minimise risks to businesses by adopting proper security measures.

In a letter addressed to the Secretary General of the Chamber, Harin Maltwatte, the IGP assured the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and its membership of police assistance in this regard.

At the meeting organised by the Chamber, DIG Ajith Wickramasekara outlined what business entities should do to minimise the potential security risks they face.

The Chamber has informed members to contact the Officer-In-Charge of the police station in the area where the firm is located.

The move by the Chamber and the police to hold a seminar came following the spate of crimes which took place recently, targeting business firms such as banks and financial institutions.