Shyne Barrow Says He Returns as Leader of the UDP

Moses “Shyne” Barrow says he remains leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP). This comes after he resigned following his defeat in the March 2025 general elections.

In a press release, Barrow said, “As my term does not expire until the National Convention to be scheduled this year, 2025, at your request, I will continue to serve you as Party Leader to ensure the continuity and strengthening of our great UDP!”

According to Barrow, the UDP has gone “dormant, with no attempt at unity, no compliance with the Party Constitution, no adherence to procedures and structures of the Party, no vision or resources to take the Party forward. I am compelled to accept your call for me to continue as Party Leader until the next National Convention as was my original position.”

“I am compelled to accept your call for me to continue as party leader until the next national convention, as was my original position.” 

Barrow’s resignation on March 17 came after losing his Mesopotamia seat to fellow UDP member Lee Mark Chang.

Tracy Panton, who claimed leadership following an October 2024 ‘unity convention’, was sworn in as Leader of the Opposition on March 14.

However, the legitimacy of Panton’s leadership has been contested by Barrow, leading to ongoing legal battles. Barrow’s attorney argued that Panton’s convention violated the UDP’s constitution, asserting that she lacked the authority to call for it and was not a party member at the time.