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CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda approved a proposal brought by the Attorney General for the training and employment of twenty (20) new fire officers for the Fire Division.

As part of this decision, five (5) of the newly recruited fire officers will be stationed on the sister island of Barbuda, while the remaining fifteen (15) will be deployed across various fire stations throughout Antigua.

This strategic distribution is intended to strengthen fire and emergency response coverage across both islands.

This initiative represents a significant investment in national safety and resilience. The recruitment and training of additional fire officers will enhance the Fire Division’s operational capacity, reduce response times to emergencies, and improve overall public safety.

It will also ensure that Barbuda benefits from a dedicated and strengthened fire service presence, particularly important in light of the island’s unique geographic and emergency-response needs.

Additionally, the decision creates meaningful employment opportunities for citizens, contributing to workforce development and skills training in the area of emergency services.

The Cabinet underscored that well-trained and adequately staffed fire services are essential to protecting lives, property, and critical infrastructure.

The Cabinet remains committed to supporting institutions that safeguard the welfare of the people and to ensuring that emergency services are properly equipped and staffed to meet the evolving needs of the nation.