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FNM To Contest Golden Isles By-Election

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Free National Movement (FNM) has officially confirmed that it will contest the upcoming Golden Isles by-election, putting weeks of speculation to rest.

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4 months ago

October 29, 2025

Berthony McDermott

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Free National Movement (FNM) has officially confirmed that it will contest the upcoming Golden Isles by-election, putting weeks of speculation to rest.

Party leader Michael Pintard, flanked by party members and supporters on the steps of the House of Assembly, announced that Brian Brown will represent the FNM on the ballot.

“The Free National Movement will be contesting the by-election in Golden Isles,” Pintard declared, met by cheers from the crowd.

The announcement comes just days before Nomination Day, and a little more than three weeks before voters head to the polls.

Brown, a long-time resident of the constituency, says he’s confident he can deliver for the people of Golden Isles.

“I feel confident. I’m no stranger to Golden Isles,” Brown said. “I live there, I drive on the streets, they know me. I’m here to serve.”

Pintard defended his party’s choice, noting that Brown has been active in the area and responsive to residents’ needs.

“Over the last year, he has been listening to the cries of the residents when they talk about the broken promises of this administration,” Pintard said. “He’s been working to address the real needs people have had for years.”

The Golden Isles seat became vacant following the sudden passing of former MP Vaughn Miller in September. Since then, the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) ratified Darron Pickstock as its candidate, while the Coalition of Independents (COI) selected Brian Rolle.

In recent weeks, the PLP has been highly visible in the constituency, with roadworks and other upgrades underway. Pintard, however, accused the governing party of repeating an old political tactic.

“The PLP has come up with the same old playbook they used before,” he said. “They’ve been missing for four years in addressing real community issues, and now, 30 days out from an election, they suddenly realize roads need to be paved.”

Brown echoed that sentiment, saying the government’s recent attention to the area comes only after his repeated calls for infrastructure improvements.

“I’ve been asking them to take care of these roads, Spikenard, Union, Ramsey, Carmichael,” he said. “Now they’re rushing to do it, but after this election, bush crack and they’ll be gone.”

Voters in Golden Isles will soon decide who will fill the vacant seat, with the by-election shaping up to be a key early test for both major parties.