Govt to regulate private security industry

CABINET has approved the Principles of the Private Investigators and Security Guards (Control) Bill which seeks to incorporate the licensing of persons or companies selling or providing security services.

Speaking during post-Cabinet briefing yesterday, Information minister Jenfan Muswere said the Bill would provide for the establishment of the Zimbabwe Private Security Regulatory
Authority.

The body will contribute to public protection through the setting and improving of standards in the private security industry and promoting compliance.

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