Prime Minister Gaston Browne says general elections could be held between April 22 and April 30, as his administration prepares to prorogue Parliament next week and issue the election writ shortly after.
Speaking on the Browne and Browne Show, Browne outlined that the timeline is guided by the constitutionally required 21 clear days between the issuing of the writ and polling day, noting that the period includes weekends and holidays.
“I did indicate that… one can speculate that the elections will be held between the 22nd and the 30th of April,” he said, adding that slight adjustments could be made depending on timing and the Easter period.
Browne confirmed that Parliament is expected to be prorogued on Wednesday, after which the writ could be issued within days, formally triggering the election period.
He also issued a strong appeal to voters to ensure their identification cards are validated ahead of the polls, warning that delays could leave some electors unable to vote.
“I want to encourage all electors who have not had their cards revalidated or validated that they do so, especially within the next two weeks,” Browne said.
He cautioned that processing capacity is limited and a last-minute rush could result in people being “inadvertently disenfranchised.”
While describing the opposition as “divided and unprepared,” Browne warned his supporters not to take the outcome for granted, recalling that low turnout in past elections nearly cost his party.
“It is not won until it is won… our people must be vigilant,” he said.
The comments come as political parties ramp up preparations for the anticipated general election.
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Those of us who want a major change to the status quo, must register to vote 🗳 immediately. Remember, a NO VOTE will give the ABLP carte blanch to do as they please for the next 4-5 years.
PERISH THE THOUGHT!!!
Gaston ah nice up everything at present, but Antiguans must not be fooled by this same old same old glaring tactic. You only have to remember how he changes things up once elected.
Yep, that’s right prices goes, house building slows down; some pensions and wages delayed; gasoline prices hikes; the water supply system shortages will suddenly get worse; and the promises of road completion, will eventually turnout to be a red herring.
This is the ABLP playbook all the damn time.
My only genuine surprise is that we Antiguans fall for this utter bilge each and everytime. Why?
If those eligible to vote please register, and God willing the DNA direct their supporters to tactically vote UPP, we have more than a great chance to be victorious…
Dear Lord please take the wheel 🙏🏾