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Turner Wins St. Peter in Landslide, Securing Seat for ABLP
Incumbent Rawdon Turner has held St. Peter for the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party, winning more than 70% of the vote against UPP candidate George Wehner in Thursday's general election.
ABLP's Turner Wins St Peter by Landslide in 2026 General Election
Rawdon Turner has retained the St Peter seat for the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party with more than 70 percent of the vote, decisively defeating UPP candidate George Wehner in Thursday's General Election.
Nicholas Widens Margin to Retain St. John's City East in 2026 General Election
Minister Melford Nicholas has retained the St. John's City East seat in the 2026 Antigua and Barbuda General Election, widening his margin of victory compared to the 2023 poll. Nicholas and his supporters celebrated the result.
Trevor Walker Celebrates Election Victory with Barbuda Supporters
Trevor Walker celebrated with supporters in Barbuda, as reported by Antigua News Room. Video footage captured the occasion marking what appears to be a significant political milestone for the Barbuda representative.
Melford Nicholas Secures Victory in City East Constituency
Melford Nicholas has won the City East constituency seat, according to Antigua News Room. Further details on the result are expected to follow.
Melford Nicholas Holds St. John's City East for ABLP in 2026 General Elections
Melford Nicholas has retained the St. John's City East seat for the ABLP in Antigua and Barbuda's 2026 General Elections, defeating UPP candidate Pearl Quinn-Williams in one of the country's most closely contested constituencies. The win extends Nicholas's hold on the seat, which he has represented since first winning it in 2014.
Randy Baltimore Retains St. Philip's North for ABLP in 2026 General Election
Randy Baltimore has retained the St. Philip's North constituency for the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party, defeating UPP challenger Alex Browne in Thursday's General Election. Early projections show Baltimore secured a comfortable lead in the race.
Trevor Walker Retains Barbuda Seat for BPM
Incumbent Trevor Walker has retained the Barbuda parliamentary seat for the Barbuda People's Movement, defeating ABLP candidate Kendra Beazer by a margin of 616 votes to 391. The result secures continued BPM representation in Barbuda.
Walker Retains Barbuda Seat with 60% of Vote as BPM Dominates
Trevor Walker has retained his Barbuda constituency seat for the Barbuda People's Movement, winning over 60% of the vote in Thursday's General Elections. The ABLP was unable to make significant inroads as Barbudans decisively backed their long-standing representative.
Gaston Browne Wins City West Seat
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has secured the City West constituency seat, according to Antigua News Room. Further details are expected to follow.
PM Gaston Browne Wins St. John's City West for Seventh Consecutive Time
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has won the St. John's City West constituency in Thursday's General Elections, securing 80% of the vote for his seventh consecutive victory in the seat.
Ballot Boxes Arrive from All Saints Secondary as Election Day Counting Gets Underway
Ballot boxes from All Saints Secondary School have arrived at their counting centre as Election Day counting gets underway in Antigua and Barbuda. Excitement is mounting in what has been billed as a competitive race in the All Saints East and St. Luke Constituency.
Walker Leads Beazer in Early Barbuda Vote Count
Early vote counts in Barbuda show incumbent Trevor Walker of the BPM leading ABLP candidate Kendra Beazer 128 to 78 in box 1, as counting continues following the close of polls.
Ballot Boxes Delivered to St. John's City East Counting Centre as Vote Tally Begins
Ballot boxes from St. John's City East have arrived at the final counting centre, with election officials preparing to begin the vote tally. The results will play a role in determining the future of the constituency and the nation.
Polls Close Across Antigua and Barbuda After Dramatic Election Day Finish
Polls have closed across Antigua and Barbuda following a high-turnout Election Day, capped by a last-second vote cast in All Saints East and St. Luke. Results are expected within hours, determining whether the ABLP or UPP will form the next government.
Polls Close Across Antigua and Barbuda as Vote Count Begins
Polls have closed across Antigua and Barbuda after a smooth general election day, with counting now underway to determine whether Prime Minister Gaston Browne will win an unprecedented fourth consecutive term in office. Results are expected overnight and into Friday morning.
Campaign Billboards Come Down as Antigua and Barbuda Polls Near Closing
Campaign billboards were dismantled across Antigua and Barbuda as polls in the April 30 general election entered their final 30 minutes, with polling stations set to close at 6:00 p.m. ahead of the count to determine the next government.
CIWiL Congratulates Five Women Contesting Antigua and Barbuda's 2026 General Election
Caribbean Women in Leadership (CIWiL) Antigua and Barbuda has congratulated five women candidates contesting the 2026 general election, spanning both major parties and an independent run. The organisation highlighted their participation as essential to advancing democracy and representation.
OAS Observer Mission Reports Orderly Voter Turnout on Election Day
The OAS Electoral Observation Mission has reported a smooth and orderly Election Day in Antigua and Barbuda, with a calm and steady flow of voters at polling stations during the first half of voting. Mission Chief Maricarmen Plata is encouraging all eligible citizens to cast their ballots before polls close at 6pm.
Antiguan Scientist Completes Ocean Acidification Training in Jamaica
Antiguan scientist Alexandra Hughes has completed a specialised ocean acidification training course in Jamaica, hosted by the University of the West Indies and the International Atomic Energy Agency. The training is expected to bolster Antigua and Barbuda's capacity to monitor and respond to the growing environmental threat.