Key to enhance criminal justice system in Bahrain

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has directed greater use of the Alternative Sanctions and Measures Law in parallel with the initiation of the open prisons programme.

HRH Prince Salman mandated the Ministry of Interior to expeditiously implement the alternative sentencing programme in the upcoming phase, noting its importance in enhancing Bahrain’s criminal justice system, in support of the comprehensive development goals, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

This came as His Royal Highness received the Minister of Interior, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, at Riffa Palace. The Minister of Finance and National Economy, Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, also attended the meeting.

During the meeting, HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister was briefed by General Shaikh Rashid on the success to date of the Alternative Sanctions and Measures Law, included within the Government Priorities Framework.

His Royal Highness was also briefed on the steps taken by the ministry in relation to open prisons, which will further support the effective rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates into society. HRH noted that security is the foundation of comprehensive development, and expressed his sincere thanks to the staff of the Interior Ministry, for their efforts in adopting initiatives which consolidate security, and support Bahrain’s overall development.

General Shaikh Rashid expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to meet with HRH Prince Salman, and for his continued support to the ministry in its efforts to further enhance its service delivery to citizens and residents.