Measures to protect vulnerable children and those suffering abuse in the home are soon to have a higher profile within the Island's police force.
The Chief Constable has appointed a senior officer to take the lead on all matters of 'public protection'.
Acting Detective Inspector Andy Turner will draw-up new strategies to tackle abuse - and deal with both victims and offenders.
The job will involve risk assessment on a vast scale - with the aim of reducing potential dangers to vulnerable people in society.
ADI Turner says he has a specialist team of officers behind him:
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