OPPOSITION Leader and Arima MP Pennelope Beckles said her main focus after the PNM's internal election would be to modernise, rebuild, and heal the party.

Speaking with media before casting her vote at the Arima Boys’ Government Primary School, King Street, Arima, on June 22, Beckles stressed the need for unity and forward-thinking reforms.

Beckles arrived at the polling station around 11.15 am and stood in a long line alongside other party members. She reported a strong voter turnout and said while there were no major incidents, there was some concern over a few voters not appearing on the official list.