In a vibrant display of political mobilization, Barbados Labour Party (BLP) candidate Indar Weir has officially become the first contender to complete the nomination process for the St Philip South constituency ahead of the February 11 general election. The nomination proceedings, conducted under the supervision of Returning Officer Karan Callender and Election Clerk Jacqueline Trotman, unfolded at Rices Pavillion amidst enthusiastic supporters adorned in the party’s signature red colors.
Weir, accompanied by his campaign team, arrived at approximately 10:05 a.m. to formalize his candidacy, a procedural requirement that concluded within thirty minutes. The atmosphere was electrified by music and the visible enthusiasm of placard-bearing supporters, creating a carnival-like political spectacle.
The incumbent parliamentarian, who has represented the constituency since 2018, expressed robust confidence in securing a third consecutive electoral victory. He revealed that his campaign apparatus was actively engaging with the constituency’s substantial electorate of over 11,000 voters. Weir acknowledged the practical challenges of maintaining regular contact with all constituents but emphasized his accessibility and responsiveness to community concerns.
This electoral battle marks a significant transformation for St Philip South, traditionally considered a stronghold of the Democratic Labour Party (DLP) before Weir’s previous successes. The upcoming election will feature a four-candidate contest, with Weir facing challenges from DLP candidate and legal professional Neil Marshall, Omar Smith representing the Friends of Democracy party, and Sean Wayne Scantlebury of the Bajan Free Party.