Fiji police force prepares to embark on major reforms

19/7/2025 16:00

The Fiji Police Force is preparing to embark on a major transformation, with a wave of reforms aimed at strengthening visibility, accountability, and public trust.



Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu confirmed this week that the force is set to introduce body-worn cameras, roll out major station upgrades, and begin the recruitment of 1,000 new officers.



Tudravu said the body camera initiative will be a cornerstone of the Force's strategy to improve transparency and operational conduct.



But, he stressed, it is not a simple matter of handing out cameras to officers on patrol. "It's not just about issuing equipment. It's a system that needs to be built from the ground up," he said.



The rollout will require significant back-end infrastructure, including secure storage facilities, digital systems to offload and manage footage, and training programs to ensure officers understand both the technical and legal responsibilities associated with using the devices.