The Evolution of Social Policy: Self-Help Housing in Barbados
By Sylvan Spooner HIST 3030: The Evolution of Social Policy in Barbados Self-help housing in Barbados Over the past few years Barbadian newspapers and call-in programs have been inundated by the public outcry for affordable housing. In its response to address the concerns of those seeking to own their own home, the Government of Barbados has launched a series of building projects to satisfy the growing need for housing for every Barbadian. Housing projects at Coverley, Constant, Lancaster , West Terrace and Greens among others have been commissioned by Government and private entities to meet the needs of Barbadians who wish to own their homes. Furthermore, the ambitious 500 lot program at St. John- Pool, Cherry Grove/Henley, and Guinea , St. Joseph serves only to highlight the fact that a large number of Barbadians currently depend on government for their housing solutions. A look through the lens of history reveals to us that this was not the case in early 20 th centu...
