Stanley Felix, former President of the Senate and independent candidate, officially kicked off his campaign season with a public meeting in New Village on Tuesday night. Under the banner ‘Serving People, Stirring Change,’ Felix unveiled his comprehensive plans to address key social issues in Castries Central, including improved housing access, support for single mothers, and government-sponsored bus passes for schoolchildren. Felix, who announced his independent candidacy on October 13 via DBS Television, is making a political comeback after narrowly losing the Castries Central seat in 2011. This time, he will face Richard Frederick, now representing the Labour Party, and Rosh Clarke of the United Workers Party (UWP), both running as independents. Felix emphasized that his decision to re-enter politics stems from a commitment to directly serve the people and tackle long-standing challenges in the constituency. He pledged to make land more accessible for young families, enabling them to build stable lives. Additionally, Felix proposed a government-funded bus pass program for schoolchildren, addressing the financial burden on parents. He also highlighted the struggles of single mothers, promising to introduce social programs and after-school workshops to empower them. Reflecting on Castries Central’s past as a thriving hub of sports, culture, and talent, Felix vowed to restore its vitality and urged residents to join his ‘Orange Movement’ for transformative change.
