Media Releases

Pursuant to Section 58 of the Representation of the People Act, Chapter 2:01, the Elections and Boundaries Commission is required to publish a Summary of the Election Expenses Statement in respect of the Parliamentary Elections, 2025, which can be found here:

Summary of Return of Election Expenses for the Parliamentary Elections, 2025

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) advises that all Registration Area Offices and Sub-Offices in Trinidad and Tobago will be closed on Thursday, 12th June 2025, at 2 pm due to ongoing inclement weather and flooding in low-lying areas.

Unless otherwise stated, normal operations will resume on Friday, 13th June, 2025.

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) wishes to advise that exclusive ID card renewal services for elderly persons (65 years and older), originally scheduled to continue this Saturday, 17th May 2025, will no longer be available. Due to unforeseen circumstances, this initiative has been discontinued. Elderly persons requiring ID card renewals may visit their respective Registration Area Office during regular business hours for assistance. The EBC apologises for any inconvenience that this may cause.

San Fernando East Recount Completed

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (the Commission) advises that the official recount for the San Fernando East constituency in the 2025 Parliamentary Elections has been completed successfully.

The official final vote count for the San Fernando East constituency is as follows:

• PNM – 7017
• UNC – 6344
• PF – 502
• Rejected Ballots – 64

This concludes the three general recounts requested by the United National Congress (UNC). All recounts were carried out according to Election Rule 101 and included the verification of poll cards, in line with established electoral procedures.

The Commission remains committed to transparency, accuracy, integrity, and ensuring public trust in the electoral process.

EBC Press Release – San Fernando East Recount Completed

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (the Commission) advises that the official recount for the Arouca/Lopinot constituency in the 2025 Parliamentary Elections has been completed.

The recount was conducted in compliance with Election Rule 101, following a formal request by the United National Congress (UNC) for a general recount, encompassing poll card verifications.

The final certified vote count for Arouca/Lopinot is as follows:

• PNM – 7,958
• UNC – 7,699
• PF – 537
• NTA – 146
• Rejected Ballots – 41

The recount in the San Fernando East constituency is still underway. Further updates will be issued as necessary.

EBC Press Release – Recount concluded for Arouca-Lopinot Constituency

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (the Commission) confirms that, following a comprehensive and transparent recount process, the detailed preliminary results for the Malabar/Mausica constituency in the 2025 Parliamentary Elections remain largely unchanged.

The recount was conducted in full accordance with established electoral laws and procedures, pursuant to Election Rule 101, due to a formal request by the United National Congress (UNC) for general recounts, including poll card verifications, in three constituencies.

The results of the Malabar/Mausica recount had a marginal adjustment in vote totals and were recorded as follows:

• PNM – 7,691
• UNC – 7,437
• Patriotic Front (PF) – 834
• Rejected Ballots – 45

Recounts for the Arouca/Lopinot and San Fernando East constituencies are currently ongoing.

EBC Press Release – Recount Completed for Malabar-Mausica Constituency

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) advises that its Registration Area Offices will be temporarily closed on Saturday, 3rd & 10th May 2025.

As a result, ID card renewals for elderly persons (65+ years) will not be conducted on those days.

ID card renewal services for elderly persons will continue on Saturday, 17th May 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Persons are reminded to bring all required documents (including proof of address).

The EBC apologises for any inconvenience that these temporary closures may cause.

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (the Commission) is pleased to provide these detailed preliminary results of the 2025 Parliamentary Elections.

In the course of its continued assessments, the Commission has identified and implemented minor adjustments to the overall vote tallies as compared to the initial preliminary results released yesterday. These refinements are part of the Commission’s standard verification process and reflect its ongoing commitment to accuracy, transparency, and the integrity of the electoral process.

While the initial preliminary figures provided a prompt snapshot of the outcome, further verification is a routine and essential step to ensure that all data is thoroughly validated and precisely reported.

The Commission extends its sincere appreciation to all stakeholders for their patience and understanding. It remains unwavering in its mission to deliver elections that are fair, transparent, and credible. Any additional updates, such as the recount details, will be communicated through the Commission’s official website and Facebook page.

EBC Press Release – Detailed Preliminary Results of the 2025 Parliamentary Elections

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The preliminary tabulation and verification of results from the Parliamentary Elections held on Monday,
April 28, 2025, have been completed. With a total registered electorate of 1,153,850 across 41 electoral
districts in Trinidad and Tobago, voter turnout was recorded at approximately 54 %.

Based on the preliminary count, the United National Congress (UNC) has emerged as the leading party in
the parliamentary elections, securing 26 of the 41 constituencies. The People’s National Movement
secured 13, and the Tobago People’s Party secured 2.

The UNC has formally requested general recounts, inclusive of poll cards, in the following constituencies:
1. Arouca/Lopinot
2. Malabar/Mausica
3. San Fernando East

All three (3) recounts commenced at 3:00 p.m. today.

These preliminary results are provisional and remain subject to final validation, pending the conclusion of
the requested recounts.

EBC Press Release -Preliminary Results of the 2025 Parliamentary Elections

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