In a closely contested internal election, Dr. Thomson Fontaine has been reaffirmed as the Political Leader of the United Workers Party (UWP), securing his position with a narrow margin of 83 votes against challenger Pastor Randy Rodney’s 73 votes. The leadership decision emerged from the UWP Delegates Conference convened earlier this evening, marking a critical moment for the party’s future direction.
The conference also resulted in the election of several other key officials who will comprise the party’s executive leadership. Claudius Sanford ascends to the role of President, with Birney Ryan elected as Vice President. Nicolas George assumes the responsibilities of General Secretary, supported by Walter Greenaway as Assistant General Secretary.
Financial stewardship will be handled by Ken Joseph as Treasurer, assisted by Erasmus Laurent as Assistant Treasurer. Glenroy Cuffy has been appointed Public Relations Officer, while Dr. MacDonald Thomas takes on the crucial role of International Secretary, indicating the party’s focus on global engagements.
Additionally, the conference appointed three Trustees to oversee party governance: Norris Prevost, Jno-Finn, and Vincent Dupuis. This newly formed leadership team faces the immediate task of unifying the party following a competitive election and preparing for upcoming national political challenges.