Aaron F. Parillon and Perline R. Scatliffe-Leonard have been ratified by the National Democratic Party (NDP) as candidates to contest the next general election due in 2027 for the Third and Seventh Districts, respectively. Photo: Facebook

National Democratic Party Chairman, Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8), said that every candidate the party ratified strengthens the NDP’s readiness to serve as the next Government of the Virgin Islands. Photo: NDP

More National Democratic Party candidates are expected to be announced in the coming weeks and months. Photo: NDP

In a press released issed on July 16, 2026, the party confirmed the ratifications took place at an NDP National Executive Meeting on July 9, 2026. 

Strengthening the party’s readiness- Marlon A. Penn 

Parillon and Scatliffe-Leonard, the NDP said, strengthen the party’s growing slate of candidates as it continues preparations for the next general election. 

NDP Chairman, Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8), said, “Every candidate we ratify strengthens our readiness to serve as the next Government of the Virgin Islands. Aaron Parillon and Perline Scatliffe-Leonard are respected leaders who now join an outstanding team of National Democratic Party candidates, bringing integrity, experience and a genuine commitment to serving our people.”

The party, he added, is continuing to build a unified team that is focused on strengthening the economy, improving public services and delivering results for Virgin Islanders.

D3 is home to hardworking people- Parillon

Following his ratification, Parillon committed to the well-being of the people of District Three. 

“District Three is home to hardworking people who deserve strong, responsive leadership and real progress. I am committed to listening to our people, advocating on their behalf and delivering practical solutions that strengthen our communities, expand opportunities for our young people, support local businesses and improve the quality of life for every resident.”

Referencing the late Chief Minister H. Lavity Stoutt’s vision, Parillon said he remains inspired by Stoutt's belief in preparing Virgin Islanders through education to assume leadership roles within the Territory.

Parillon had previously run for the Third District on an NDP ticket twice, losing both times to Deputy Premier and current District Three Representative Hon Julian Fraser, RA. 

D7 deserves experienced leadership- Scatliffe-Leonard

Meanwhile, Scatliffe-Leonard said she is prepared to represent the people of the Seventh Electoral District with integrity, accountability and compassion, drawing on more than four decades of advocacy and community service.

"District Seven deserves leadership grounded in experience, accountability, compassion and a determination to deliver results.”

Scatliffe-Leonard was an NDP candidate in the 2023 general election, losing to Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7). 

The NDP is planning a series of upcoming community engagements and events where residents of the Third and Seventh Districts will have an opportunity to meet Parillon and Scatliffe-Leonard. More NDP candidates are expected to be announced in the coming weeks and months.