UPP MPs Miss Golden Opportunity to Debate National Budget
It was a comical shame of “I coulda, I woulda, shoulda.”
The recent parliamentary session presented a prime opportunity for UPP MPs to engage in a meaningful debate on the national financial budget in the lower house of parliament. Unfortunately, they failed to rise to the occasion, leaving many to wonder about their commitment to representing the interests of their constituents.
Having missed the budget presentation last year with a lame walk-out protest, yesterday’s actions have left a sour taste in my mouth.
Algernon Serpent Watts, in particular, seemed overwhelmed by the prospect of debate, visibly shaking as he attempted to articulate his thoughts during debate time. One can’t help but question his ability to effectively represent his constituents in such a state.
Kelvin Shuggy Simon’s repeated absence from debates has also raised eyebrows. Despite Prime Minister Gaston’s efforts to accommodate them on numerous occasions, they failed to take advantage of the opportunities presented to them.
Trevor Walker, usually a competent debater, faltered when he claimed to have left his notes behind. His request for time to retrieve them only added to the perception that the UPP MPs were unprepared and disorganized.
Watts’s assertion that he wanted to target Minister Smith during the debate was particularly puzzling. As an opposition MP, he should be aware that he does not have the luxury of choosing the debate order. He doesn’t need to hear what someone has to say to present; the work plan of Minister Smith’s ministry is there for all to see, debate, and criticize if necessary. His excuse of wanting to wait for Minister Smith is comical and childish.
The UPP MPs’ failure to engage in a meaningful debate on the national budget is a clear indication of their lack of preparedness and commitment to their roles. Their constituents deserve better, and it is essential that they are held accountable for their actions.
As noted in a recent article, MPs should focus on scrutinizing budget allocations and performances of ministries rather than personalizing issues and scoring political points. The UPP MPs would do well to take this advice to heart and strive to do better in the future.
“If I Coulda, Woulda, I Shoulda”
The UPP MPs’ dismal performance in parliament has been a recurring theme, and their latest antics have left many wondering if they’re truly committed to their roles. After failing to engage in a meaningful debate on the national budget, they took to the radio to make excuses for their absence.
It’s astonishing that instead of taking responsibility for their lack of preparation and engagement, they chose to shift the blame and make excuses. This behavior is not only unbecoming of elected officials but also a clear indication of their lack of accountability.
It’s time for the UPP MPs to take ownership of their actions and start putting the interests of their constituents above their own. The people of Antigua and Barbuda deserve better representation, and it is imperative that their elected officials start delivering.
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HA HA Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha ! This is hilarious !
What a big joke these UPP MPs are……smh…
Some advice to the UPP MPs, go home, you all go home, you ain’t fit fart, you are all summed up and equal to half an effort for one stink fart.
Because the fart was half an effort by you guys only showing up in suits, you still don’t qualify.
Wait stop the press! These suck up artist letter writers. Like Donna, Lamin, Colin and he wife, Tabor, Dave Ray, Cornell Hughes and now chet and the boy Matthew, fake degree Troy and the other bull poppers in the Labour party go and lick the a**hole of the dawg. Let me ask you all a question where was Robin, Max, Chet, Darell, Molwyn and Cutie? What happen the dawg spoke for them. I am waiting on your answer.
Acting like children and they want to be leaders. UPP NAH READY! When you are DUMB & IGNORANT it’s a sad thing. As Boldface would say “when you nah know, you just nah know”.
Serpent and Shoogy looked like 2 CLUELESS DUMMIES in the Parliament yesterday.
@Patriot
Tell me… WHAT HAS WATT & simon CONTRIBUTED THE THE PARLIAMENT???
I AM SICK and TIRED of These UPP Members.of Parliament who are FULL of SH###T / EXCUSES. This is the second consecutive year that They are making EXCUSES NOT to debate the BUDGET. They are a BUNCH of NO GOODS.
listened to UPP MPS on MR. KNIGHT show last evening and They sound like KINDERGARTEN playing in the school yard. No one should vote for these GUYS again. They have BIG talks outside Parliament..NO substance. Jamale Pringle, SHUGY and SERPENT are DUNCE / AIR HEADS. SHAME on UPP MPS.