Prime Minister Gaston Browne has projected an overwhelming triumph for his Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) in the upcoming St. Philip’s North by-election scheduled for March 16. During his weekly radio address on Pointe FM’s Browne and Browne show, the leader revealed compelling early indicators from intensive grassroots campaigning throughout the constituency.
Browne disclosed that internal assessments suggest ABLP candidate Randy Baltimore could capture approximately 70 percent of the electoral vote. “From all indications what we have seen on the ground is going to be an extremely big win,” the Prime Minister stated, emphasizing his confidence in the projected outcome. He added that any result below this threshold would surprise him given current momentum.
The Prime Minister credited Baltimore and his dedicated campaign team for their months-long door-to-door outreach effort, noting they had successfully secured voter commitments across the entire district. This electoral contest follows the retirement of veteran parliamentarian Sir Robin Yearwood, who represented St. Philip’s North for multiple decades.
Browne paid tribute to Yearwood’s enduring legacy, highlighting his transformative work in land distribution that enabled numerous families to acquire property, construct homes, and enhance their economic stability. The Prime Minister characterized the constituency as a thriving community where residents have demonstrated strong investment in property development and maintenance.
Concurrently, the administration is advancing infrastructure enhancements in the region, including the installation of a new water main designed to improve service delivery for both St. Philip’s North and South constituencies. This development initiative forms part of the government’s broader commitment to regional advancement amid the electoral process.