United Kingdom (UK) national, Jay Kendall, has been appointed Superintendent of Prisons.
The appointment was effective from 30 October 2023 and will see Kendall being responsible for the oversight of all prison operations, as well as the enforcement of applicable laws and policies at His Majesty’s Prison in Balsum Ghut.
Kendall brings more than 17 years of experience in the criminal justice system to the role and most recently served as the Superintendent of Prisons on Saint Helena Island.
While there, Kendall reportedly designed and implemented the prison’s five-year development plan, as well as worked to progress the new prison build project on the island.
He also served as Operational Head of Function at HM Prison and Probation Service in the United Kingdom, as well as the OASys Operational Support Manager in the Ministry of Justice, among other roles and functions in the criminal justice system.
Minister responsible for prisons, Vincent Wheatley, expressed elation and welcomed Kendall to the post of Superintendent of Prison for the territory.
“Kendall comes to the territory with a wealth of knowledge and experience. I am confident he will bring this experience, which will help to support and propel the rehabilitation and security of the prison system of the Virgin Islands,” Wheatley commented.
Meanwhile, Acting Governor, David Archer Jr described Kendall’s appointment as “a step forward” as the territory continues to evolve a vital branch of the Public Service.
“We have a mandate to ensure that qualified and capable professionals are in place to provide impactful leadership, and I am confident in Kendall’s ability to do so,” Archer said.
Kendall expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in the post and shared an outlook for his future in the role.
“Any opportunity to serve the public is one that should not be taken lightly. I am delighted and humbled to serve and provide leadership as the Superintendent of Prisons,” Kendall stated.
He added: “I have a strong commitment to the forward advancement of the criminal justice system, which will not waver in this role.”
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