United Democratic Party (Cayman Islands)
The United Democratic Party is a political party in the Cayman Islands.
In the elections, 8 November 2000, with a turnout of 80% only non-partisans were elected. After the election members of parliament formed the United Democratic Party, currently headed by McKeeva Bush.
The United Democratic Party served as the opposition during May 2005 - May 2009.
Read more about United Democratic Party (Cayman Islands): Leaders of The United Democratic Party
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