Today In Bajan History | October 11 1950 Colonial Development and Welfare

The Barbados Advocate reported on a radio address by Sir George Seale, Comptroller of the Colonial Development and Welfare Organisation, who challenged the perception that the organisation was a source of unlimited financial assistance. Established following widespread labour unrest in the British Caribbean during the 1930s, the organisation aimed to improve social and economic conditions through funding and reform. The address highlighted the complexities of colonial development, financial responsibility and Britain’s obligations to its Caribbean colonies.