Minister for National Security applauds historic HMP graduation

Grenada’s correctional system has reached a transformative milestone with the graduation of Course 1 of 2025 at His Majesty’s Prisons (HMP). On January 13, the institution celebrated its largest-ever cohort of 55 newly certified prison officers who have achieved the groundbreaking Correctional Custodial Security NVQ Level 2 certification—a first in the nation’s penal history.

Commissioner of Prisons Anthony Rogers delivered a powerful address commending the graduates’ extraordinary accomplishments while emphasizing the profound responsibility of their vocation. He stressed that integrity, discipline, and service must form the cornerstone of their professional conduct as they prepare to serve their nation with honor.

The comprehensive training program received significant institutional support, with Commissioner Rogers expressing gratitude to multiple stakeholders including class teachers, physical training instructors, principal officers, and specialized units. The rigorous curriculum encompassed pre-dawn physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, riot control tactics, and academic studies designed to forge exemplary officers.

Commissioner of Police Randy Connaught reflected on the demanding Special Services Unit phase that tested each recruit’s discipline, endurance, and character. The program’s intensity was specifically engineered to build resilience and unity among the graduates, who successfully overcame the most challenging aspects of their training.

The Prime Minister and Minister for National Security personally congratulated the new officers, affirming their induction into a professional corps entrusted with maintaining the highest standards of both security and humanity within Grenada’s correctional framework. The government’s investment in this certification program demonstrates its commitment to strengthening the nation’s rehabilitative and security infrastructure.