UWP in opposition
Honourable Roosevelt Douglas has been sworn in as Dominica's 5th Prime Minister since gaining political Independence in 1978. Mr. Douglas was sworn in by President Vernon Shaw at a private ceremony held at the President's office at Morne Bruce.
Following the swearing in ceremony, the 58-year-old Prime Minister was greeted by many supporters, well wishers and journalists Mr. Douglas told the persons gathered that the country had arrived at a major milestone and hoped that the transition from UWP to his government would be a smooth one. Prime Minister Douglas noted that the Dominica Labour Party will do everything to ensure that the government is fair, and as visionary as possible to tackle the many problems that the country faces.
Mr. Douglas stated that Government would be a government for all with no discrimination. According to him, "this government will be under rule of and God's law and will be open to welcome everyone."
Mr. Douglas noted that although he had not met the outgoing Prime Minister, he was willing to continue the work the UWP has started, once the projects were economically viable. |
Election 2000
More than 56 000 Dominicans were registered to vote at the end of November 1999. This number is expected to show a significant increase when the final tally is taken following the close of registration at midnight on January 3.
Some 37 563 electors, or 65.18 percent of the 57 632 registered voters, cast their ballots at the last general election on June 12, 1995.
NEW: Full election 2000 breakdown of votes
1995 Election
Despite polling less votes than the Freedom Party, the UWP came away with more than twice as many seats!
How they voted in 1995 - click for large image
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