Would Chester Williams Run for Political Office as P.U.P.?

We have heard the Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams talk about his interest in entering the political arena, though he has not made any official announcements. Recent verbal exchanges between himself and the Leader of the Opposition, playing out in the media, have had many questioning whether Williams is gunning for the Mesopotamia seat. As a Belizean, if Williams wants to run for office there is nothing that would prevent him from doing so. But, hypothetically, under what political banner would he run? Today we asked the Prime Minister if the P.U.P. would be open to welcoming Williams into the fold. Here is what he told us.

 

Prime Minster John Briceño

“I don’t know why they are making a big deal about it. He has not spoken with me about that, but like any Belizean if you want to put your name on the ballot you can. Jules has all the answers, he should put his name. Everybody should have the right to go in as long as they believe they can be productive legislatures and politician to adress the problems we have in this country.”

 

Paul Lopez

“How would you feel about a man like the Commissioner being a part of the party?

 

Prime Minister John Briceño

“Well I think that he has competency. He has shown that he is about public service. He has been a police officer for several decades and highly qualified and I think he is liked and respected by everyone except the leader of the opposition and I wonder why.”