National Progressive Party (Montserrat)
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The National Progressive Party was a political party
in Montserrat
, led by Reuben Meade
.
At the last legislative elections
, 2 April 2001, the party won 35.0% of popular votes and 2 out of 9 seats. The party had a majority between 1991 and 1996, bringing Meade to the Chief Ministership.
Political party
A political party is a political organization that typically seeks to influence government policy, usually by nominating their own candidates and trying to seat them in political office. Parties participate in electoral campaigns, educational outreach or protest actions...
in Montserrat
Montserrat
Montserrat is a British overseas territory located in the Leeward Islands, part of the chain of islands called the Lesser Antilles in the West Indies. This island measures approximately long and wide, giving of coastline...
, led by Reuben Meade
Reuben Meade
Reuben Theodor Meade is a politician from Montserrat, a veteran lawmaker and the current Premier since 27 September 2011. He served previously as the territory's chief minister from 10 October 1991 to 13 November 1996. His party is called Movement for Change and Prosperity . He previously led the...
.
At the last legislative elections
Elections in Montserrat
Elections in Montserrat gives information on election and election results in Montserrat.Montserrat elects on territorial level a legislature...
, 2 April 2001, the party won 35.0% of popular votes and 2 out of 9 seats. The party had a majority between 1991 and 1996, bringing Meade to the Chief Ministership.