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All Saints West MP Anthony Smith Jnr has expressed heartfelt gratitude to his constituents for their support following Thursday’s court victory.
Justice Jans Drysdale dismissed a challenge to Smith’s status as an independent candidate brought by fellow constituents and the United Progressive Party.
The judge ruled that the complainants did not have sufficient evidence to support the constitutional motion.
Based on those arguments the matter was struck out.
“First and foremost, I want to give thanks to God for guiding us through this process. I also want to extend my deepest appreciation to you, the wonderful people of All Saints West, for your trust and belief in my ability to represent you. I am eager to use my time in Parliament and my role in the Cabinet to advocate for the needs and aspirations of our constituency and our great nation,” Smith Jnr said.
He also expressed disappointment in the leadership and legal advisors of the United Progressive Party.
“ It is disheartening that my constituents were misled regarding the implications of my position. I hope that those truly responsible will not only reflect on their actions and the ill-advised counsel they provided but also bear the burden of paying the judgment of the full $1,500.”
The All Saints West MP said that in light of the judgment and compensation awarded, all of the funds will be contributed back to the constituency’s development.
He said the failed leadership of the United Progressive Party should be held accountable for their imprudence.
“Thank you once again for your support, I want to reiterate my love and respect for everyone, including those in the UPP. My dedication is to all constituents of All Saints West, and I look forward to serving you with integrity, enthusiasm, and commitment. Together, we will continue to build a stronger, more prosperous All Saints West,” he said.
Thank you for what? Thank us when we vote you out of office. You went behind our backs and betrayed us and now you thanking us? We will show you gratitude next elections Mr Smith. We wait eagerly
You alone cannot vote him out
ANTHONY YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELF TO THAMK YOUR CONSTITUENTS WHOM YOU NEVER TOLD YOU WERE LEAVING. YOU HAVE THE HEART OF THE DEVOL HIMSELF. WHAT A DAM SHAME ON YOU. TIME IS LONGER THAN ROPE. WOLF IN SHOP CLOTHING
Say what??? Smith you really really mean wa you write ya thanking us the All Saints West people who you have left at the side of the road Fu fen fu arwe self???… well thank you too Smitie for showing us who you really is ho ho ho..
We understand the judiciary system we have and know how the delivery of justice ⚖️ is been done in some demography. Sir the real justice will come at the polls when the next election is called.
You have betrayed the people of All Saints West, not because it seems OK we are just patiently waiting for the right moment
🤦He had the audacity to use the word, INTEGRITY??!!! I’m just trying to wrap my head around that! “Integrity?” Does he actually know the meaning of that word? Because I assure you, that is a character trait, that he is most definitely devoid of!🤣🤣
Wow!! Thank you huh? Hold your thank you buddy!
No valor, no honor, no decency. And you have the heart to criticize the people who gave you an opportunity! In days of old, what would they do with men like you, Mr Smith.