New Opposition Senator Appointed Following John-Bates Departure
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June 5, 2026
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Senator Janelle John-Bates, an Opposition Senator currently under investigation by the Privileges Committee, was formally removed from the Senate on Friday.
President of the Senate Wade Mark read a statement from President Christine Kangaloo, informing the Senate that she had revoked Senator John-Bates’ appointment following advice from Opposition Leader Penelope Beckles-Robinson.
“Declare the seat of you, Janelle John-Bates to be vacant with effect from the 5th of June 2026.”
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