🟡 MEET THE CANDIDATES – PART 1

The Incumbent – Bradley “Flex” Felix

📢 Series Introduction:

“MEET THE CANDIDATES” is a special 4-part blog series designed to give voters in Choiseul/Saltibus a clear, no-fluff understanding of the two men vying to represent them in the next Parliament. Whether you're leaning red or yellow—or still on the fence—our goal is to equip you with the facts, so you can vote smart and vote strong.

We cover:

Part 1 – The Incumbent: Bradley “Flex” Felix

Part 2 – The Challenger: Keithson “Kiffo” Charles

Part 3 – The Key Issues & Questions for Candidates

Part 4 – The Verdict (Not Mine, Yours)

👉🏽 Let’s start with the man currently holding the seat.

🟡 PART 1: The Incumbent – Bradley “Flex” Felix (UWP)

Bradley "Flex" Felix has become a familiar face in Choiseul/Saltibus politics. Representing the United Workers Party (UWP), he has held the seat since 2016 and has built his reputation on the back of long-standing public service, a deep background in finance, and his role in Saint Lucia’s Cabinet.

🎓 Background & Experience

Profession: Banker by trade, with over 32 years in the banking sector, Felix came into politics with a financial mind and people-centered approach.

Constituency: Elected to serve Choiseul/Saltibus in 2016, unseating Lorne Theophilus (SLP).

Ministerial Roles: Served as Minister for Commerce, Industry, Investment, Enterprise Development & Consumer Affairs under UWP’s last administration.

In his own words, his banking experience gave him a strong understanding of “how people manage money, how business grows, and how government policies affect the man on the street.”

🛠️ Work as an MP

Bradley Felix has overseen and advocated for several constituency and national projects, including:

Roadworks and infrastructure upgrades in key Choiseul communities.

Support for the Choiseul Fishers Project, including foreign assistance to tackle port challenges.

Calls for national productivity standards, encouraging business efficiency and customer service.

Youth & sports development, with efforts toward community centers and support for local sports teams.

He has consistently positioned himself as a “servant of the people,” not a career politician.

🧩 Strengths

✅ Name recognition and incumbency advantage

✅ Experience both in Cabinet and the constituency

✅ Strong ties to the finance and investment sector

✅ Clear track record on infrastructure, standards, and fisheries

⚠️ Weaknesses / Criticism

❌ Some voters feel promises have outpaced delivery.

❌ Critics argue that key sectors like youth employment, agriculture, and drainage remain under-addressed.

❌ As a long-term incumbent, he faces the usual scrutiny of “what have you done for me lately?”

Still, Felix insists that his development plans are “ongoing,” and he remains confident that the people of Choiseul/Saltibus will “choose substance over slogans” come election day.

🗳️ Final Word (for this part)

As you evaluate the incumbent, ask yourself:

Has your community improved over the last five years?

Has your voice been heard and respected?

Do you believe Felix still has more to offer?

Next up: Part 2 – The Challenger: Keithson “Kiffo” Charles (SLP)