Security Heads Attended RSS 40th Anniversary Service

RSS 40TH ANNIVERSARY SERVICE

The Regional Security System (RSS) celebrated its 40th anniversary with a special church service held at the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Grand Anse Grenada on Sunday 9 October.

The head of the Antigua and Barbuda Defense Force, Colonel Telbert Benjamin and Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney were among those in attendance along with a contingent of police officers and soldiers from both forces.

Several dignitaries and government officials were also present; including Her Excellency, Dame Dr. Cècile La Grenade, Governor General of Grenada and Prime Minister of Grenada, the Honorable Dickon AT Mitchell.

Mr. Mitchell, who is currently the chairman of the RSS Council of Ministers, offered welcome remarks and emphasized the importance of such a regional body.

He encouraged other regional leaders to embrace the ideals of the institution and provide the level of support that is necessary for its continued survival and success.

The first scripture lesson was read by Commissioner Rodney, who is also celebrating 40 years of continuous service to the Royal Police Force and the nation of Antigua and Barbuda.

Bishop Clyde Martin Harvey in his Sermon advised the RSS members to continue serving the people of the region. He hailed the efforts of the organization for its 40 years of existence and emphasized the importance of unity among members.

Executive Director Commodore Errington C. Shurland and RSS headquarters staff were also present and participated in the service to mark this special occasion.

After the service, the contingent of regional officers gave a leave of absence to Her Excellency Dame Dr. Cècile La Grenade and the Prime Minister, which was followed by a lunch.

The Regional Security System-RSS was established in October 1982 to address regional security issues. It has grown over the years and has made a significant contribution to all aspects of security within its member states.

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These include maintaining law and order, disaster response; as well as conducting major investigations and ongoing training programs. He has also played an important role since the Covid-19 Pandemic by transporting samples from regional states to CHAPHA in Trinidad.

Guyana is the latest CARICOM country to show interest in becoming a member of this august body in the not too distant future.

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