George Wehner’s Campaign Kicks Off with Focus on Education and Infrastructure

United Progressive Party (UPP) candidate George Wehner has launched his campaign for the St. Peter by-election with a focus on addressing long-standing issues in education and infrastructure.

Speaking during an interview on Observer Radio, Wehner outlined a vision for tackling the challenges facing residents in the constituency, particularly in the areas of school conditions and healthcare access.

Wehner described the state of Pares Secondary School as a significant concern, pointing to inadequate facilities and poor academic outcomes. “In 2023, only two students passed both mathematics and English,” he said, underscoring the importance of these subjects for tertiary education.

He called for urgent intervention to improve educational standards and ensure students are better equipped for the future. “True knowledge is light,” he said, quoting the school’s motto. “We are shining a light in the dark corners of this constituency.”

Healthcare services also featured prominently in Wehner’s campaign message. He described the health facilities in St. Peter as “decrepit,” adding that residents have been left without access to adequate medical care for years. He criticized the government for failing to address these issues, stating that the neglect has exacerbated the hardships faced by the community.

Infrastructure deficiencies, including deteriorating roads and unreliable water supply, were also highlighted. Wehner noted that despite the constituency being home to the country’s major reverse osmosis water plant, many residents still struggle with dry taps. “What does it take to provide consistent water access in a constituency so critical to the nation’s water distribution system?” he asked.

Wehner also criticized what he described as “too little, too late” efforts by the government to initiate projects in the constituency ahead of the by-election. “For over a decade, nothing was done. Now, suddenly, they are rushing to fix roads and drains,” he said, questioning the timing of the initiatives.

As part of his campaign, Wehner is urging residents to register to vote and participate in what he described as a pivotal moment for the constituency. “This is about bringing true representation and relief to the people of St. Peter,” he said.

The by-election is scheduled for January 14, 2025.

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