By: Spokesman Newsroom
BASSETERRE, St.Kitts (Friday 22nd May 2020) — Police have been monitoring lines outside the Electoral Office on Central Street in Basseterre as the number of visitors increased following the announcement of the 2020 General Elections, slated for Friday 5th June, with nomination of candidates on Wednesday 27th May.
Prime Minister Dr. Timothy Harris, in an address to the nation on Monday 18th May, rang the bell signaling the election date. “I have asked the Governor General for an election to be called. Election is important and it will bring certainty to our Federation, it will enhance confidence in our Country and, in my view, preserve our democracy,” he said.
Leader of the Opposition Dr. Denzil Douglas responded enthusiastically: “The St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party is very excited that Timothy Harris has finally announced the date for the next general election. The Party is enthusiastic and fully mobilized to contest the election in a manner that is free, fair and free from fear to all participating parties.”
Dr. Douglas stated: “Unlike the outgoing regime, our Party is ready and anxious to face the people of St. Kitts and Nevis. We are confident that our citizens and residents have had an opportunity to compare and contrast and have determined that over the last five years our country has been moving in the wrong direction under a despotic, nepotistic, incompetent and uncaring government. The time has come for the people to exercise the power of their franchise.”