No decision yet from Beckles on John-Bates’ fate

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May 5, 2026

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No decision yet from Beckles on John-Bates’ fate

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Akash Samaroo

Opposition Leader Pennelope Beckles is yet to decide on whether she will accept Senator Janelle John-Bates’ resignation.

Beckles said last Friday that the matter remained under “active consideration,” but stayed tight-lipped yesterday despite attempts by Guardian Media to determine whether the People’s National Movement (PNM) leader had made a final decision.

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