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CARICOM Mission Declares Barbados Election Results Valid Despite Concerns

2/14/2026

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The CARICOM election observation mission stated that the results of Barbados' 2026 General Election reflect the will of the people, despite minor administrative issues.
Officials from Antigua and Barbuda, Belize, and Jamaica participated in the mission, which assessed the electoral process and engaged with stakeholders, including Prime Minister Mia Mottley and opposition leader Ralph Thorne.
The mission noted concerns about the voters’ list, low turnout, and accessibility for elderly and disabled voters while praising the professionalism of the electoral commission and polling staff.

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The CARICOM election observation mission stated that the results of Barbados' 2026 General Election reflect the will of the people, despite minor administrative issues.
Officials from Antigua and Barbuda, Belize, and Jamaica participated in the mission, which assessed the electoral process and engaged with stakeholders, including Prime Minister Mia Mottley and opposition leader Ralph Thorne.
The mission noted concerns about the voters’ list, low turnout, and accessibility for elderly and disabled voters while praising the professionalism of the electoral commission and polling staff.