Charles Misick gets a second term as Turks & Caicos Premier

The 2025 general election in the Turks and Caicos Islands marked a decisive victory for the ruling Progressive National Party (PNP), securing its second consecutive term under Premier Charles Washington Misick. With expanded parliamentary seats and constitutional changes, the election highlighted voter confidence in the PNP’s economic agenda while underscoring challenges around governance and representation.

Held on February 7, 2025, the PNP won 16 of 19 seats in the House of Assembly, defeating the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM), which secured two seats, and independent candidate Tamell Seymour (South Caicos)148. This surpassed the PNP’s 2021 landslide victory (14 of 15 seats)4, reflecting strong support for its platform of economic growth, infrastructure development, and pandemic recovery efforts13. Voter turnout involved 9,385 registered voters in a population of 47,7004, with electronic voting machines (DS200) introduced for the first time.

DS200 voting machines

The election followed a shift to a five-year parliamentary term (previously four years) and an expanded 19-seat legislature—10 single-member constituencies, nine at-large seats, and four appointed members. A record 43 candidates competed—19 from PNP, 19 from PDM, and five independents.

In the campaign, PNP emphasized continuity, citing achievements like economic growth (doubling GDP since 2021), infrastructure projects, and pandemic support. PDM focused on reducing crime, lowering living costs, and increasing scholarships (pledging $12 million vs. the PNP’s $3.8 million).

Premier Misick pledged to “build a better tomorrow” through inclusive governance, while the PDM faces internal reassessment. The expanded legislature and electronic voting system aim to enhance representation, though voter eligibility (limited to 20% of residents) remains contentious. This election solidifies the PNP’s mandate but raises questions about addressing systemic challenges in a nation heavily reliant on tourism and foreign investment.

Inauguration of Charles Misick as Premier