The Government Information Service (GIS) of Grenadaย marked a transformative milestone today with the official switchover of its Flow cable networkย channel 22 from Standard Definition (SD) to High Definition (HD) broadcasting. The event tookย place at the GIS headquarters in the Ministerial Complex and featured remarks from Ms. Carlynย McQuilkin, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of National Security, Home Affairs, Publicย Administration, Information and Disaster Management, alongside key partners such as Mr. Lincolnย Baptiste, Country Manager of Flow Grenada.
In her remarks, Ms. McQuilkin underscored the significance of this upgrade as a reflection of theย governmentโs commitment to improving communication with its citizens. โIn an era whereย information is at the heart of governance, this transition to HD broadcasting represents a leapย forward in our ability to deliver clear, reliable, and accessible content to every citizen,โ she said.ย โWhether they are at home, in the workplace, or part of our diaspora, Grenadians can now accessย government information with the clarity and impact they deserve.โ
The shift to HD broadcasting brings sharper visuals and enhanced sound quality to channel 22,ย improving the delivery of public announcements, educational programming, and emergency alerts.ย This enhancement ensures that government messages are more engaging and comprehensible,ย strengthening the connection between the state and its people. The initiative is a key component ofย Grenadaโs broader vision for digital transformation and innovation in public service delivery.
Ms. McQuilkin also praised the collaborative efforts behind the project, noting, โThe dedicated staffย of GIS, under the leadership of Mr. Jason Phillip, and our partners at Flow Grenada, led by Mr.ย Lincoln Baptiste, have worked tirelessly to achieve this milestone. Their work exemplifies the spiritย of public service and the power of partnership.โ
Referencing Prime Minister Dickon Mitchellโs emphasis on โputting people first,โ the Permanentย Secretary highlighted that this upgrade prioritises the needs of Grenadians by providing them withย top-quality information. โToday, we ensure that every citizen has access to the highest standard ofย communication, delivered with the care and precision they deserve,โ she concluded.
The Government of Grenada invites the public to tune in to channel 22 to experience this enhancedย viewing quality firsthand and anticipates further advancements in communication technology toย better serve the nation.
