The Alliance To Contest Next Elections
Opposition members Melvin 'Mitch' Turnbull, Myron Walwyn and Stacy 'Buddha' Mather say their group, known as The Alliance, will contest the next general election as a unified political organisation focused on people-centred governance. The trio told JTV’s The Big Story they are formalising the Alliance to offer an alternative to traditional party politics, emphasising loyalty to the public over party lines.
The Alliance — made up of Opposition Members Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull, Myron Walwyn and Stacy ‘Buddha’ Mather — has confirmed it will contest the next Virgin Islands general election as a united political organisation. Speaking on JTV’s The Big Story, the three said they are moving beyond an informal collaboration and are now taking steps to formalise The Alliance’s structure in preparation for the polls.
Turnbull said the organisation will remain “people-focused and development-focused for the territory,” adding that voters have expressed fatigue with “more of the same.” Myron Walwyn explained the move is a deliberate attempt to break from traditional party dynamics. “We’re trying to avoid the word ‘party’ because we don’t believe in the concept of loyalty to a party,” he said, arguing that party interests have too frequently taken precedence over the needs of the country and its people.
Stacy Mather framed the Alliance’s approach as loyalty to constituents rather than to party colours. “My loyalty is to my people. My loyalty is not to a political party,” he said. “A political party is a vehicle to get to an election. I don’t bleed blue, red, or green.” Formed earlier this year as a collaborative effort to strengthen their influence in the House of Assembly, the Alliance has positioned itself as an alternative to the established party system.
The group says it will prioritise transparency, accountability and a higher standard of political engagement, and wants to elevate public debate to focus on how to improve daily life in the BVI. For residents, the Alliance’s formalisation could change campaign dynamics in both constituency and at-large contests.
The trio’s emphasis on national unity and a people-centred platform may appeal to voters disillusioned with traditional party fault lines. However, the practical effect will depend on whether The Alliance registers candidates across multiple constituencies and how it balances cooperation with existing parties and independents.
The next general election is constitutionally due by 2027, though speculation about an earlier call has increased as political groups begin mobilising. The Alliance says it is preparing for whatever timeline comes, and residents should expect further announcements on organisation, candidate selection and policy priorities as the group formalises its structure.
Primary source: BVI News