Friday, June 12, 2026
I wish to inform the public that I received a letter today, June 12, 2026, from the Honourable Miriam Blanchard, dated June 9, 2026, advising of her resignation as the Member of Parliament for the Roseau North Constituency.
In her correspondence, Hon. Blanchard indicated that her decision to resign was made on medical grounds.
Section 119 (1) (a) of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Dominica provides that the resignation of a Member of the House of Assembly takes effect upon the Speaker’s receipt of the letter.
119. (1) The President may resign his office, and a Representative or Senator may resign his seat, by writing under his hand addressed to the Speaker and the resignation shall take effect, and the office or seat shall accordingly become vacant, when the writing is received by—
(a) the Speaker
On behalf of the House of Assembly, I thank Hon. Blanchard for her service to her constituents and to the people of Dominica and wish her the very best
