Voter turnout is on par with 2022 at around 41%.
Both parties usually enjoy a popular vote of ~60-65k each in a "normal" election.
What we saw in '18, '22, & '26 was the collapse of the DLP base, with support stuck around 30k, while the BLP held steady at roughly 75–80k votes.
41% is still way below our average of around 60% and there is a measure of voter apathy among citizens but I think a question should be asked in terms of what can the DLP do or say to bring back out more of their base in future elections.
On behalf of the Government and people of Jamaica, I extend congratulations to Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley on her re-election and historic third term.
Jamaica remains committed to strengthening our partnership as we continue to work together in advancing our shared regional priorities. I look forward to deepening our collaboration and cooperation within CARICOM.
#BREAKING - #DecisionBIM: 12:15AM: Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley is projected to remain Prime Minister of Barbados for a historic third consecutive term - becoming the second Prime Minister in Barbadian history to achieve this feat.