PNM vows to repeal four laws when back in office

According to Barbados Nation, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago – The main opposition People’s National Movement (PNM) has pledged to repeal four pieces of legislation if it regains office, arguing that the measures introduced by the current administration threaten democratic principles and constitutional safeguards. The commitment was formalised at a special meeting of the party’s general council at Balisier House on Thursday, where members unanimously approved a motion opposing the legislation. The meeting was convened by political leader Pennelope Beckles and included the party’s legislative group. The measures targeted for repeal are the Municipal Corporations (Amendment) Bill 2026, the Special Operations Bill 2026, the Miscellaneous Provisions (Alcohol, Cannabis, Dangerous Drugs, Gambling and Tobacco) Bill 2026, and the Public Procurement and Disposal of Property, Public Property (Amendment) Bill. Addressing a