In a decisive ruling, the High Court has dismissed the United Democratic Party’s (UDP) challenge regarding the use of the color red in the 2025 general election, concluding a seven-month legal saga. The controversy erupted when the Elections and Boundaries Commission assigned the color red to two factions within the UDP, sparking internal conflict. UDP Leader Moses ‘Shyne’ Barrow and Deputy Leader Alberto August contested the decision, filing for a judicial review just nine days before the election. However, the court found the challenge moot, as the election had already taken place, and results were declared. The People’s United Party (PUP) emerged victorious, securing 26 of 31 seats. The court also noted significant delays in the claimants’ prosecution of the case, further undermining its validity. Hector Guerra, the attorney for the Elections and Boundaries Commission, explained the ruling, emphasizing the impracticality of revisiting a settled election issue.
