FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 18, 2025

Concerned Barbadians Unite for the LOVE BARBADOS MARCH to Protest Land Sales and Heritage Destruction

Concerned citizens from all walks of life, diverse racial backgrounds, and varying political affiliations—including members of the current government—are coming together in a powerful demonstration of patriotism. The Love Barbados March, scheduled for Saturday, March 22nd, at 10 AM, will begin at Folkestone  and culminate at the Holetown Civic Centre with a vibrant celebration of national pride and heritage.

This march is a collective response to what many perceive as reckless government policies that prioritize profit over the people, culture, and legacy of Barbados. At the heart of the protest is the growing concern over the sale and giveaway of prime national land to foreign developers. Recently, acres of prime Barbadian real estate have been handed over—free of cost—to a profit-driven foreign bank, highlighting a troubling trend of diminishing national assets.
“We are expressing our love for Barbados because we see a government that has gone out of control when it comes to selling our land to foreign interests,” said a spokesperson for the movement. “Decisions to sell our lands and erase our heritage are often made before the public even has a chance to weigh in.”
The privatization of Barbados’ coastal lands is happening at an alarming rate, with local citizens increasingly finding themselves pushed inland, while high-rise hotels and villas obstruct their access to the beaches. As walls rise for foreign investors, the cherished ocean views disappear, along with the cultural and historical landmarks that define Barbados’ identity.
Among the areas at risk or already affected are Oistins, Joe’s River, Jemmotts Lane, Holetown Civic Centre, Gibbs Gully, BDF Headquarters, Dover, East Coast, Bay Street, the UNESCO-listed Screw Dock, and Brighton.

“Are we turning Barbados into a playground for the rich and famous while Barbadians are displaced?” the spokesperson continued. “Our ancestors fought, died, and were buried here. Even sacred sites like the Newton Burial Ground, where enslaved ancestors rest, have faced threats from greedy developments. If we don’t push back, what will be left for future generations?”

*The Love Barbados March* is a call to action for all Barbadians, *regardless of political affiliation*, to come together in a peaceful but firm demonstration against the loss of national heritage and land. This is a fight not just for today, but for the future of Barbados.

Event Details:

 Date: Saturday, *March 22, 2025*

 Time: *10 AM*

 Starting Point: * Folkestone*

 Ending Point: *Holetown Civic Centre*

All Barbadians who care about the preservation of their homeland are urged to attend and make their voices heard. It is time to take a stand against the profit-driven redevelopment of our country. Barbados belongs to its people—let’s protect it together!

_{For media inquiries, interviews, or further information, please contact: 1246 282 9176  or
1246 237 5555 #TeeWhite}

^{#LoveBarbados #ProtectOurLand #HeritageMatters#NotBoutHey}