Politics of Anguilla
Sovereign Charles III Governor Julia Crouch Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge House of Assembly Speaker Barbara Webster-Bourne Political parties Elections Law
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General elections were held in Anguilla on 26 February 2025.^[1] The election resulted in a victory for the opposition Anguilla United Front, with Cora Richardson-Hodge becoming Anguilla's first female premier.^[2][3]

The 13-member House of Assembly consists of seven members elected in single-member constituencies by first-past-the-post voting, four at-large members elected from the entire island by plurality at-large voting and two ex officio members, the Attorney General and Deputy Governor.^[4][5] Voters may vote up to four candidates in the at-large seats.^[6] Voters had to be at least 18 years old, whilst candidates had to be at least 21.^[6]

Key campaign issues included economic diversification, governance integrity, youth employment, and healthcare.^[7] The campaign period featured multiple public debates and rallies. This election cycle has also included the use of social media, with parties leveraging digital outreach to engage younger voters and the wider Anguillian diaspora.

The ruling Anguilla Progressive Movement (APM), led by Premier Ellis Webster, has centered its campaign on its record since taking office in 2020, emphasizing economic stabilization and efforts to strengthen healthcare and education.^[8]

The Anguilla United Front (AUF), the main opposition party, has criticized the incumbent government’s handling of economic challenges, arguing that the cost of living remains too high and calling for small business support and job creation.^[9]

The Anguilla Reliable Team (ART), a new party not present in the last election, has campaigned for financial independence, aiming to reduce citizens' reliance on government aid.^[10]