Barbuda Council Condemns Unilateral Louis Hill Project by Central Government

Barbuda Council Condemns Unilateral Louis Hill Project by Central Government

The Barbuda Council has voiced strong opposition to the Central Government’s proposed “Louis Hill” Project, citing a lack of consultation and a breach of constitutional provisions governing the twin-island state.

In a press release issued today, the Council highlighted that the Barbuda Local Government Act, Cap 44, explicitly places matters affecting Barbuda under the jurisdiction of the Council. The local governing body criticized the government’s decision to proceed with land clearing in the Katel Hill area without engaging the Council or the residents of Barbuda.

“This project represents yet another imposition by the Central Government without consulting the people of Barbuda,” the Council stated. They emphasized that the land being cleared had already been allocated to Barbudans, underscoring concerns over what they view as a violation of fundamental property rights.

The Council described the actions as “unlawful and inhumane” and reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights of Barbudans. “We call on the Government to respect the people and the Constitution that governs our twin-island State,” the release concluded.

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