Decision 2026ElectionLocal NewsPolitics Lashley secures BLP nomination to represent The City by Fernella Wedderburn 17/01/2026 written by Fernella Wedderburn Updated by Barbados Today Published: 17/01/2026Updated: 22/01/2026 1 min read A+A- Reset Michael Lashley FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail 602 Michael Lashley was elected unopposed as the Barbados Labour Party’s next candidate for The City of Bridgetown on Saturday. In his acceptance speech, he thanked supporters, saying he was “humbled” and “overwhelmed” by the confidence placed in him by not only residents but the party’s leadership. He also thanked the people of St Philip North for their support both in his political and professional life as an attorney. He further stated that “whatever I do in politics comes from my heart and not for political gain. Politics is a serviceโ. Lashley ended by saying to Prime Minister Mia Mottley: “This is Michael Lashley reporting for duty”. Fernella Wedderburn You may also like Tourism posts strong growth in 2025, driven by higher occupancy, revenue 18/06/2026 Tourism growth continues with strong arrivals, industry transition 18/06/2026 Arthur Smith Primary, St Cyprianโs Boys face off in NSC/BICO football final 18/06/2026