The nationwide rollout of Antigua and Barbuda’s expanded closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance network is on schedule, with installations expected to be completed by the final week of August, according to the government.

Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant, speaking during Thursday’s post-Cabinet media briefing, said Cabinet received an update from Public Safety Minister Steadroy “Cutie” Benjamin on the implementation of the National CCTV Surveillance Programme.

Merchant described the initiative as a major component of the government’s efforts to enhance public safety and strengthen crime prevention across Antigua and Barbuda.

He said the minister reported that significant progress has been made on the project, with 42 strategic locations identified for the installation of high-definition surveillance cameras throughout the country.

According to Merchant, the installation programme is proceeding on schedule and is expected to be completed by the final week of August.

He said the camera locations were selected following detailed assessments of traffic patterns, commercial activity, public spaces and other areas considered critical to national security and law enforcement operations.

Merchant noted that the new cameras will be integrated into the existing surveillance network operated by the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda, expanding the force’s monitoring capabilities and strengthening its ability to prevent and investigate crime.

He said Cabinet endorsed recommendations put forward by the Ministry of Public Safety as the government continues implementing the national surveillance programme.

This article was originally published by Antigua News Room. Read the original article here: Government says nationwide CCTV rollout on track for completion by end of August.