The Barbados Defence Act (1979) created a body of Her Majesty’s forces to be known as the Barbados Defence Force consisting of a regular Force; a reserve Force to be known as the Barbados Defence Force Reserve and a Cadet Force.
Project Summary
The Maria Holder Memorial Trust is contributing to the development of a field emergency medical facility through the provision of medical equipment and training. This project will support Barbados and the Region by creating a high quality and flexible rapid deployment team that can treat patients in the shortest possible time in case of major medical emergencies. This project seeks to ensure that the Region is self-sufficient so that they can respond in a timely manner with quality care following any emergency or disaster.