UDP Names New Senate Team as Patrick Faber Leads Opposition in Upper Chamber

The Leader of the Opposition, Tracy Taegar Panton, has announced the appointment of three new senators representing the United Democratic Party (UDP) in Belize’s National Assembly. Former Deputy Prime Minister and long-time parliamentarian Patrick Faber will serve as the Lead Senator for the Opposition, joined by attorney Sheena Pitts and young political hopeful Gabriel Zetina.

Their swearing-in will take place during the next Senate session, though the official date has yet to be announced.

Faber, who lost the recent general election to the PUP’s Devon Daly. A release from the UDP says, “Faber now brings his leadership and experience to the Senate, where he is expected to champion democratic values and national development.”

Joining him in the Senate is Sheena Pitts, an attorney and civic leader. The UDP says, “Pitts returns to the Senate with a powerful voice for justice, equity, and constitutional integrity. She is the Managing Partner of Pitts Law Firm, a former high school teacher, and has served in various public capacities, including as Chairperson of the Labour Complaints Tribunal and Commissioner on The People’s Constitution Commission.”

Rounding out the trio is Gabriel Zetina, a young entrepreneur from San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The UDP says, “Following his candidacy in the 2024 municipal elections and campaign leadership in 2025, Mr Zetina now steps into national service as a senator. Bilingual and currently pursuing legal studies, he is committed to advocating for youth empowerment, economic opportunity, and inclusive policy solutions.”