Alfred Cannan to stand in General Election 

Serving Chief Minister confirms plans to re-run in September

Alfred Cannan has confirmed his intention to stand in the 2026 General Election.

Mr Cannan - who is also the Chief Minister - is planning to run again for a position to represent the constituency of Ayre & Michael.

Announcing his bid, he says 'we all know that there are many challenges facing us but there are also many opportunities', adding 'recognising the issues is one thing; delivering meaningful and achievable policy to advance our Island another matter entirely.'

Mr Cannan is the sixth candidate to confirm plans to stand for the constituency of Ayre & Michael.

The other candidates are Julia Bell, Stephen Broad, Tim Johnston, Mary Phillips and Paul Weatherall.

The 2026 General Election is due to take place on Thursday, 24 September.

You can find out more about the General Election HERE.