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Being a resident of Halifax (one of the largest ports) and a member of the navy I thought I would share my views on port security and what should be done to keep our ports safe.
Current Measures are not adequate in my views. A RHIB with MPs plus city police is only asking for trouble. The thing is what should we do? I am not sure about other ports but a few years ago we had Port Police that were disbanded turning patrol duties over to the local constabulary. Most police departments have a lot on their plate already and this added responsibility only makes matters worse.
What can be done? I don't have the answers but I think we should invest in small harbour patrol boats capable of mounting at least a .50 HMG and a couple of GPMGs. A port boarding party should be established with each ship rotating the duty. This could even be a shore posting and would not have to be the 20 man teams found on the ships, a 10 man team would probably suffice. DFO/CCG could probably be tasked with providing crews for this PBs and the gun crews. Wil it happen? Doubtful but something has to be done. Out to you folks.
Current Measures are not adequate in my views. A RHIB with MPs plus city police is only asking for trouble. The thing is what should we do? I am not sure about other ports but a few years ago we had Port Police that were disbanded turning patrol duties over to the local constabulary. Most police departments have a lot on their plate already and this added responsibility only makes matters worse.
What can be done? I don't have the answers but I think we should invest in small harbour patrol boats capable of mounting at least a .50 HMG and a couple of GPMGs. A port boarding party should be established with each ship rotating the duty. This could even be a shore posting and would not have to be the 20 man teams found on the ships, a 10 man team would probably suffice. DFO/CCG could probably be tasked with providing crews for this PBs and the gun crews. Wil it happen? Doubtful but something has to be done. Out to you folks.