The government of Antigua and Barbuda has pledged new support for the Booby Alley housing development in St John’s, following an on-site visit by Cabinet members this week.
Cabinet spokesman Maurice Merchant said the government will provide solar panels to power the 150-unit project and a sizable water storage tank to strengthen the supply for both the housing scheme and nearby facilities, including the fisheries and the Department of Marine Services headquarters.
The measures are aimed at speeding up progress on the project, which is being built in partnership with the government of China and is designed to deliver modern, climate-resilient condominiums to residents in the historic Point community.
Prime Minister Gaston Browne, who toured the site ahead of Cabinet’s discussions, reported back on the needs identified and secured approval for the additional resources. Merchant said the hands-on approach has allowed Cabinet to better monitor developments and provide immediate solutions where bottlenecks arise.
The Booby Alley project has been described as a flagship social housing initiative, intended to improve living conditions in the capital while showcasing sustainable building methods adapted to the Caribbean’s climate challenges.
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