The Movement for Change and Prosperity (MCAP) is a political party in Montserrat.
History The party was established in 2005 as a successor to the National Progressive Party.Movement for Change and Prosperity (MCAP) Caribbean ElectionsNational Progressive Party (NPP) Caribbean Elections In the 2006 elections it received 36.1% of the vote, winning four seats. Although it was the largest party in the Legislative Council, a coalition government was formed by the Montserrat Democratic Party (MDP), the New People's Liberation Movement (NPLM) and an independent MP.
In the 2009 elections, the MCAP won six of the nine seats, with its then leader Reuben Meade becoming Chief Minister. However, the 2014 elections saw the party reduced to two seats.
In the 2019 elections the MCAP won five out of nine seats, with its new leader Easton Taylor-Farrell becoming the new Premier.
In March 2024, Samuel Joseph became the party leader. In the 2024 elections, the party won only one seat.
Election results Legislative Assembly elections Election Leader Votes % Seats +/– Government 2006 Reuben Meade New 2009 10,139 52.64 (#1) 2 2014 8,319 35.47 (#2) 4 2019 Easton Taylor-Farrell 8,511 42.66 (#1) 3 2024 Samuel Joseph 5,487 27.68 (#3) 4
References
External links Official website