In an update to last week’s report on new security funding released for 2014 Cup preparations, the federal government has added details about a `command centre` that will be established especially for the event.
The centre will be tasked with ensuring the synergy of the 12 host cities in relation to police manpower and equipment available for all matches. It will be formed by a partnership between the Ministry of Justice and the Federal, Highways, Military and Civil Police forces.
The headquarters will be in Brazil’s capital Brasilia, with all other host cities to be required to establish a dedicated facility for the World Cup police force. The government has committed to spend R$1.6 million on the Cup security plan, as detailed in last week’s initial report.