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Anthony Smith Wins All Saints West by 384 Votes, Proving Support Transcends Party Lines
Anthony Smith has won the All Saints West seat in the 2026 General Election, defeating former UPP leader Harold Lovell by 384 votes in a result that underscored broad constituent confidence in his representation. His victory was part of the ABLP's sweeping return to power, with Prime Minister Gaston Browne securing a fourth consecutive term.
Newton Vows to Continue Community Work After ASESL Election Defeat
Lamin Newton has thanked the 1,239 supporters who backed his general election campaign in All Saints East and St Luke, vowing to remain active in the constituency despite his defeat.
Dwayne George Vows 'Real Work Starts Now' After St Mary's South Election Win
Dwayne George has claimed victory in St Mary's South, thanking voters and declaring that "the real work starts now" as he prepares to take up his role as the constituency's representative.
Rotary Club of Antigua Donates XCD 2,500 to Women's Health Expo
The Rotary Club of Antigua has donated XCD 2,500 to Scrub Life Cares in support of the 5th Annual Grow With the Flo Women and Girls Health Expo, set for May 23, 2026, in Swetes Village. The funding will advance health education and services focused on menstrual equity and reproductive health for women and girls across Antigua and Barbuda.
Gaston Browne Sworn In for Fourth Term After ABLP Landslide Victory
Prime Minister Gaston Browne was sworn in for an unprecedented fourth consecutive term on Friday after the ABLP secured 15 of 17 parliamentary seats in Thursday's general election. The opposition UPP was reduced to a single seat in Parliament.
Pollster Doubts Pringle's Long-Term Future as UPP Leader
Regional pollster Peter Wickham has cast doubt on Jamale Pringle's future as UPP leader, suggesting the party may adopt an extra-parliamentary leadership model following its crushing electoral defeat. Wickham argues Pringle's position as opposition leader reflects constituency strength rather than broad party confidence.
Pringle Concedes as UPP Reduced to Single Seat in Sweeping ABLP Victory
UPP leader Jamale Pringle has conceded defeat in Thursday's general election after the party was reduced to a single parliamentary seat, while the ABLP's Gaston Browne secured an unprecedented fourth consecutive term. Pringle congratulated the Labour Party and pledged that the UPP would speak publicly "in a short time."
Beazer Vows to Stay in Politics After Barbuda Election Defeat
ABLP candidate Kendra Beazer has conceded defeat to veteran BPM politician Trevor Walker in Barbuda, expressing disappointment while vowing to remain active in the island's political life. Beazer praised his own campaign and the ABLP's broader national performance as he looked ahead to future opportunities.
Kiz Johnson Pledges Action on Infrastructure, Housing and Education After St. Philip's South Win
Newly elected St. Philip's South representative Kiz Johnson has outlined early priorities including infrastructure upgrades, affordable housing, and education scholarships, vowing that work in the constituency will continue without pause following her electoral victory.
ABLP's Michael Joseph Wins St. John's Rural West By-Election
ABLP candidate Michael Joseph has defeated UPP's Richard Lewis in the St. John's Rural West by-election, capturing 1,223 votes to Lewis's 903 with 65 percent of ballots counted.
ABLP's Anthony Smith Jr. Wins All Saints West Seat
ABLP candidate Anthony Smith Jr. has defeated UPP's Harold Lovell in All Saints West, capturing 1,590 votes to Lovell's 1,282 with 80 percent of ballots counted. The result brings the constituency into the ABLP column.
ABLP's Dr. Philmore Benjamin Wins St. Mary's North Seat
Dr. Philmore Benjamin has claimed victory in St. Mary's North for the ABLP, defeating UPP candidate Johnathan Joseph with 1,384 votes to 988, with 75 percent of ballots counted.
Browne Pledges Unity and Faithful Service After ABLP's Sweeping Election Victory
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has claimed a sweeping fourth-term election victory, with the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party projected to win approximately 15 of 17 parliamentary seats. Browne pledged humble, accountable leadership and called on all citizens to unite behind a shared national development agenda.
Freeland Delivers ABLP Victory in St. George Constituency
ABLP candidate Michael Freeland has won the St. George constituency, defeating UPP challenger Kelton Dalso by 839 votes with all ballots counted. The result marks a shift in the seat from blue to red.
ABLP's E.P. Greene Takes Early Lead in St. Paul with 64% of Votes Counted
ABLP candidate E. Paul Chet Greene leads in St. Paul with 939 votes to UPP's Franz De Freitas' 450, with 64 percent of ballots counted. Five ballots have been rejected, and counting continues.
Pringle Retains All Saints East and St Luke Seat in 2026 General Elections
Opposition Leader and UPP Political Leader Jamale Pringle has retained his All Saints East and St Luke seat in Antigua and Barbuda's 2026 general elections, defeating ABLP newcomer Lamin Newton. The result cements Pringle's continued hold on the constituency following a closely watched contest.
Pringle Secures All Saints East & St. Luke for UPP
UPP candidate Lars Jamale Pringle has retained the All Saints East & St. Luke constituency, leading ABLP's Lamin Newton 1,321 votes to 1,206 with 93 percent of ballots counted. Twelve votes were rejected.
Maria Bird Browne Retains St John's Rural East for ABLP
ABLP's Maria Bird Browne has held St John's Rural East, defeating UPP candidate Ashworth Azille by a margin of 1,794 votes to 872, with 87 percent of ballots counted.
Gaston Browne Wins Historic Fourth Term as ABLP Secures General Election Victory
Prime Minister Gaston Browne and the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party have won a historic fourth consecutive term in office following Thursday's general election. The result marks an unprecedented milestone in the country's modern political history.
ABLP's Dwayne George Flips St. Mary's South, Unseating UPP Incumbent Simon
ABLP candidate Dwayne George has defeated UPP incumbent Kelvin "Shugy" Simon in St. Mary's South, flipping the constituency for the ruling party in Thursday's General Elections. The result is a significant pickup for the ABLP as votes continue to be counted nationwide.