The Congress of the People (COP) says it has already begun tweaking its constituency machinery in preparation for the 2027 local government elections when it will partner with the governing United National Congress (UNC) once again.

The COP was among several smaller organisations such as Progressive Empowerment Party (PEP), the Oilfields Workers’ Trade Union (OWTU), the Public Services Association (PSA), and the LOVE party that joined forces with the UNC in what is known as the Coalition of Interests.

The coalition saw the smaller parties contest seats considered to be PNM strongholds in the April 28 general election.