In a significant political development, Barbados Labour Party Member of Parliament Corey Lane has declared he will not seek reelection in the upcoming general election, concluding his parliamentary tenure representing the City of Bridgetown constituency.
The announcement came through an official statement released Saturday, wherein Lane characterized the decision as profoundly considered following extensive deliberation, spiritual reflection, and candid discussions. The MP emphasized that his departure stems not from reluctance but from confidence in both party leadership and the constituency’s ability to identify a worthy successor.
‘This declaration does not come with a heavy heart,’ Lane asserted, ‘as the sole circumstance under which I would contemplate stepping down from representing my constituents is knowing our leader shares my unwavering dedication to the people of Bridgetown. Both she and I remain confident the branch will identify an individual fully prepared, willing, and capable to assume this responsibility.’
Lane’s political journey experienced a prior transition in February of last year when he resigned from his ministerial position as Minister of State in the Office of the Attorney General, where he oversaw crime prevention initiatives. At that time, he cited personal motivations, including prioritizing family time, as driving factors.
Addressing his constituents directly, Lane reflected on his service as ‘the greatest honour of his life,’ describing the deep personal meaning derived from representing their interests. He expressed particular gratitude for the consistent trust placed in him, which he identified as the most significant gift received throughout his term.
The MP highlighted the distinctive Barbadian cultural tradition of hospitality as symbolic of his relationship with constituents, noting that being welcomed into homes and offered meals represented being embraced as family. Lane committed to maintaining honesty and transparency with the public, values he pledged to uphold from his initial campaign.
Elected in the 2022 general election under the Barbados Labour Party banner, Lane brought prior governmental experience to his role, having served as special adviser to the Prime Minister on poverty alleviation and Sustainable Development Goals before entering parliamentary politics.