Housing

Government Addresses Housing Problem with Innovative Approach

The Government of Montserrat is planning to make lands available for housing development to help to solve the island’s intractable housing problem. Portfolio Minister, Honourable John Patrick Osborne says sites have already been identified and studied for possible housing subdivisions. He says the aim of the United Alliance (UA) administration is to increase access to affordable housing for low and middle income residents, and to increase the social housing stock.

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Economic Boost Hoped for as Work Commences on Drummonds Apartments Block

The Government of Montserrat is hoping for an economic boost as work commenced on the construction of four new one-bedroom apartments in Drummonds. Public Relations Officer Jenzil Skerritt says this is an investment that is already generating positive spill-offs across the economy in December. He says as work begins on this project, local contractors, tradesmen, and service providers are being engaged, injecting fresh income into households and businesses at a crucial time of year. Skerritt says the construction activity is not only creating direct jobs; it is also stimulating demand for building materials, transportation, equipment rentals, food services, and other support industries. He notes that every dollar spent on the project circulates through the economy, strengthening small businesses and expanding opportunities for people on the island. Beyond the immediate benefits, the PRO highlights that this development forms part of the Government’s broader commitment to improving housing availability, supporting community revitalization, and laying the foundation for long-term economic growth. He says these new apartments at Drummonds represent more than construction; they represent confidence, momentum, and a clear demonstration that Montserrat is moving forward.

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Government of Montserrat Reviews Housing Allocation Criteria

The Government of Montserrat has undertaken a review of the Housing Allocation Criteria. Minister with responsibility for Housing, Honourable John Patrick Osborne announced in Parliament that the revision of the allocation criteria for various housing programs has been drafted and is soon ready for submission to Cabinet. He says under these new allocation criteria, persons who are first-time homeowners and the most vulnerable, especially the elderly, will be prioritized. Mr. Osborne says the ministry, working with the Department of Housing, has been trying its very best to help vulnerable persons, especially those who are retired, incapacitated due to a disability or other ailment, and making sure that citizens, despite conditions, can live in decent housing. He is hoping the FCDO will support the government’s new spend requests for social housing programs going forward, as housing is a pivotal need in breaking the economic slump that Montserrat found itself in over the past 30 years.

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