Security plans for Sting 2008 are well under way. The event's security chief, Reneto Adams, will be employing a zero-tolerance approach towards potential troublemakers.

"We are appealing to these individuals to leave their bad intentions at home otherwise they will be dealt with by the full extent of the law," Adams said.

Layton Wright, security manager for Sting, explained that tighter security includes more than 200 police officers and in excess of 400 private security guards.

"Proper traffic management will be in place, starting from the Caymanas crossing and other major intersections in Portmore throughout the duration of the show.

"Wreckers will be on site to remove illegally parked vehicles in no-parking zones," Wright explained. Patrons are advised to park their vehicles in the designated parking zones.

Subject to search

Wright added: "There are six additional gates at the entrance to avoid congestion. I am encouraging patrons to come out early, as gates open at 5 pm."

All persons entering Jamworld will be subject to search.

In addition, Supreme Promotions has introduced new ticketing procedures, which will ensure easy access to the venue. As a consequence, complimentary passes have been reduced by more than 50 per cent.

A no-weapons policy will be reinforced. All weapons will be confiscated, so patrons are advised to leave their licensed firearms at the nearest police station or at home.

No bottles

Patrons are advised that no bottles will be allowed in the venue this year. Beverages will be served in cups all night. Only authorised vendors will be permitted to enter the venue. Other restrictions include no camcorders nor audio equipment.

Only authorised vendors will be allowed in the venue and must conduct their business. Vending will only be allowed by those who entered into the necessary agreements with Supreme Promotions Ltd.

"I can assure you that the whole security analysis that we have gone through thus far, everything will be normal as they ought to be. Patrons can come to Sting knowing that they are safe and in very capable hands," said Adams.