Preliminary results from Monday’s local government election show an overall tie between the PNM and UNC, with each party winning seven of the 14 municipal corporations. The PNM retained the marginal San Fernando City Corporation, while the UNC maintains its control in Sangre Grande.

Rowley: We’re focused on Local Government Reform

Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley says his party is “very happy” with Monday’s election result, noting that in addition to retaining seven municipal corporations, the PNM also made inroads in Princes Town, winning one of the six electoral districts. PM Rowley says now that the election is over, his government will move forward with its plan to execute local government reform.

Kamla: Focus shifts to #GE2025

Opposition Leader Kamla Persad Bissessar says she believes her party is in a good standing following Monday’s election result, adding that they will use the momentum to continue campaigning for the next general election.

Addressing supporters on Monday night, she thanked alliance members Gary Griffith, Jack Warner and the OWTU, for “giving the PNM a run for their money”.

Meanwhile, claiming to have videos showing her opponents paying bribes in the Sangre Grande and San Fernando areas in exchange for votes in Monday’s election, Opposition Leader Kamla Persad Bissessar says UNC lawyers will advise the party on how to move forward with addressing these concerns.