UDP Vice Chairman Alberto August Denounces Alliance for Democracy Convention 

The Vice Chairman of the United Democratic Party (UDP), Alberto August, says that “it has been established, beyond the shadow of any doubt, that the October 20th NAP (New Alliance Party) convention is NOT a United Democratic Party (UDP) sanction or approved event.” Speaking for the UDP, August reminded UDP Standard Bearers and delegates to remain loyal to the party’s principles and constitution. “We should therefore not allow a disgruntled breakaway faction of the Party to twist the Party’s Constitution to accommodate their selfish agendas,” he added. 

August assured party members that despite the Alliance for Democracy event, the UDP’s structure remains strong.

“Do not be misled by the ramblings about taking the matter to court. The legal system is established to interpret THE LAWS OF BELIZE. The UDP Constitution was not enacted by parliament it is therefore NOT a part of the laws of Belize. It is an internal instrument exclusively designed to govern the affairs and activities of the United Democratic Party.” 

August encouraged party officials to stay united behind the elected leadership, advising them to ignore any distractions caused by the Alliance.