DLP Candidates Attend Church Service Following Election Call

One day after Prime Minister Mia Mottley announced that Barbadians will head to the polls on February 11, candidates of the Barbados Labour Party (DLP) attended a church service at St John’s Parish Church on Sunday, signalling the formal start of the party’s campaign activity.

The service brought together several DLP candidates, party officials and supporters, who gathered for prayer and reflection as the country enters a decisive election period. The atmosphere was described as solemn but hopeful, with messages centred on unity, service and responsibility to the nation.

In brief remarks following the service, party representatives acknowledged the significance of the moment, noting that the election announcement had shifted the political landscape overnight. They said the church visit was intended to ground the campaign in faith, humility and respect for the electorate, rather than political spectacle.

The Prime Minister’s announcement on Saturday confirmed that General Elections will be held on February 11, setting in motion weeks of intense political activity across all constituencies. The DLP has indicated that it is ready to defend its record in office and present its vision for Barbados’ next phase of development.

Clergy at St John’s Parish Church offered prayers for peaceful campaigning, wise leadership and national stability, urging all political actors to conduct themselves with integrity and restraint throughout the election season.

Sunday’s service marked one of the first visible public appearances of DLP candidates since the election date was set, as parties now move swiftly to mobilise supporters and engage voters ahead of polling day.