ABLP Eyes April Convention Following By-Election Momentum

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ABLP Eyes April Convention Following By-Election Momentum
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Buoyed by its decisive victory in the St. Philip’s North by-election, the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) is now turning its attention to internal preparations, with plans underway for a national convention in April 2026.

Prime Minister and Political Leader Gaston Browne confirmed the upcoming convention but did not specify an exact date. He has, however, called on party branches and affiliated groups to begin organizing ahead of the key event.

The convention is expected to play a critical role in shaping the party’s future, including the ratification of candidates for the next general elections, constitutionally due in 2028. Delegates will also elect senior leadership, including members of the executive committee and board of trustees.

As part of the preparatory process, all 17 constituency branches are tasked with selecting 15 official delegates each. These individuals will be responsible for voting on contested positions and key party decisions during the convention.

This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2026/03/19/ablp-eyes-april-convention-following-by-election-momentum. © 2026 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (10)

  • Call it March 19, 2026, 12:24 PM

    Just call the election nu man
    Reply
  • Chet for leader March 19, 2026, 1:47 PM

    Chet, boy, let’s see how much or how little balls you have
    Reply
  • Cornel March 19, 2026, 4:22 PM

    Chet could be the next leader
    Reply
  • Will he actually get sworn in or will ABLP do whats right and investigate? March 19, 2026, 9:11 PM

    Randy has previously used his position in Customs to smuggle drugs , drug equipment and drug paraphernalia into the country with the expectation of increasing his political career and replacing one Gaston Browne. The news hit the airwaves during the election but Government officials are choosing to keep it quiet. if there was nothing to hide, why the silence?? The people deserve answers and they deserve better. Its time to investigate!! — You can find more details here https://www.facebook.com/samuelke
    Reply
    • Informed citizen March 19, 2026, 9:11 PM

      where did you get this information??
      Reply
  • Twana March 19, 2026, 10:29 PM

    Convention in April? 👀 something brewing… I feel snap election talk coming again eh.
    Reply
  • JT March 19, 2026, 10:42 PM

    let’s see if anyone of them has the balls to challenge him for leadership
    Reply
  • Vince March 20, 2026, 7:46 AM

    Hope whoever they pick really working for the people and not just politics as usual
    Reply
  • Soup March 20, 2026, 4:44 PM

    All 17 branches getting delegates… that serious organisation right there. UPP need to tighten up
    Reply
    • Queen Charlotte March 22, 2026, 7:37 AM

      After that 924 vs 406 result, confidence high high right now
      Reply

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