LEADERSHIP IN QUESTION 

Also during this decade, on two separate occasions, the leadership of the Force came under intense scrutiny.  The first situation occurred in 1962 with regard to Commissioner-Weymss.  A Commission of Inquiry was organized to investigate unsavory allegations about the character of the Commissioner.  The Inquiry revealed that the allegations were false.  The unpleasant experience prompted the Commissioner to leave the force and the Bahamas in 1963. 

The second incident, in 1967, concerned Commissioner Nigel Morris.  In this case, a Commission of Inquiry was appointed to investigate the operation of casinos in Freeport, Grand Bahama.  There was apparent concern about the credibility of the operators,  During the investigation, it was discovered that Commissioner Morris had purchased real estate from the casino operators at a remarkably low price.  According to the Commission, he had accepted a favour, thereby weakening the effectiveness of his office.  As a result of the situation, he resigned in July 1968. 

Name Changed – Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, visited The Bahamas February 27 – 28, 1966.  It was the first time in history that a reigning monarch visited these shores.  During this visit, the prefix “Royal” was conferred on The Bahamas Police Force. 

New Dimensions – Keeping pace with the times, the Force introduced the following into the organization during this era:  Women; Reserves; Airwing; Mobile; Local; District and Special Constables; and Communications.

(See History of the Royal Bahamas Police Force Hand Book 1840 - 1990 at the Police Training College  Library Thompson Boulevard, Oaks Field, Nassau Bahamas)