Royal Family member, the Princess Royal, Princess Anne, paid an official visit to the Regional Security System (RSS) Headquarters in Barbados on Monday, where she was presented with an overview of the organisation’s strategic operations and received updates on its ongoing partnership with the United Kingdom.
Anne with Deputy Executive
Director of RSS, Atlee Rodney
at RSS Headquarters in Barbados
Accompanied by the British High Commissioner to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, Simon Mustard, and her Private Secretary, Captain John Boyd, The Princess Royal was warmly received by Deputy Executive Director of the RSS, Atlee Rodney, along with senior members of the RSS leadership team.
As part of her visit, The Princess Royal was given a virtual tour of the RSS’ operational functions, showcasing the critical role the organisation plays in supporting security and stability across its eight Member States. The tour highlighted advancements in regional cooperation, intelligence sharing, and the use of technology to strengthen public safety efforts.
Rodney expressed his appreciation for the visit, stating: “We were deeply honoured to host Her Royal Highness today. Her sincere interest in the work of the RSS and her meaningful engagement with our officers were both uplifting and inspiring. The United Kingdom has been a valuable partner in our mission, and this visit further reinforces that enduring relationship.”
Speaking on the importance of international collaboration and the UK’s ongoing support for security initiatives in the region, His Excellency Simon Mustard, affirmed: “Our shared commitment to regional security and resilience continues to grow, and I am proud of the enduring partnership between the United Kingdom and our Caribbean allies.”
Her Royal Highness was presented with a plaque on behalf of the RSS before touring the RSS Fusion Centre, where she observed the deployment of modern technologies aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and responsiveness of law enforcement across the region.
Rodney is the former Commissioner of Police for Antigua and Barbuda before accepting the new posting at the RSS in Barbados.
