George Wright
George Wright is a Jamaican politician and Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Central, who gained attention for his return to the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) after resigning in 2021 amid domestic abuse allegations. He was elected in September 2020 but faced public scrutiny following the release of a video showing a violent incident. Despite the controversies, which included police reports filed by both him and his partner, Wright has expressed that he has moved past the allegations and continues to represent his constituents, reinforcing his alignment with the JLP's policies.
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George Wright was previously implicated in a scandal involving allegations of assault.
PNP to probe sexual harassment allegations against Westmoreland MP | News
Jamaica· 2026-01-31
The US State Department said it would deny visas to five people, including a former EU commissioner, for seeking to 'coerce' American social media platforms into suppressing viewpoints they oppose.
US denies visas to ex-EU commissioner and others over social media rules
United Kingdom· 2025-12-24
George Wright is mentioned in the context of the White House's announcement regarding TikTok's algorithm control.
White House outlines TikTok deal that would give US control of algorithmUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-20
George Wright was the JLP’s standard-bearer who lost to Dwayne Vaz.
Chang admits Westmoreland was too tough for JLP | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-09-06
George Wright ousted Dwayne Vaz in 2020 but faced controversy and ultimately could not regain the electorate's support.
Vaz turns tables on Wright | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-09-05
George Wright was defeated by Dwayne Vaz in Westmoreland Central.
‘Queen of the South’ rises as PNP flips western seats in 6-6 comeback | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-09-05
Dwayne Vaz, who braved the weather to celebrate his victory over the JLP’s George Wright.
Rain affects election victory parades in western Jamaica | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-09-05
George Wright is aiming to retain Westmoreland Central despite controversy.
JLP’s western dominance faces stern test today | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-09-03
George Wright is the JLP’s man who won the seat in 2020 and is leaning on his track record to secure a second term.
Four-way showdown as Foote, Greenwood join Wright, Vaz | NewsJamaica· 2025-08-19
George Wright is the JLP candidate in a rematch against Dwayne Vaz in Westmoreland Central.
PNP wants all three Westmoreland seats, says Hayles | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-08-05
Warmington suggested that even if they think George Wright might be an a**hole, he is better than a PNP a**hole.
Michael Abrahams | Bad words and double standards | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-07-22
George Wright, who has never admitted or denied the allegation publicly, and was never arrested or charged amid the swirling allegations, resigned from the JLP amid much finger pointing at him.
PNP Women’s Movement president urges women not to vote for George Wright | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-17
The rally was held in the constituency of Westmoreland Central, whose Member of Parliament is the Jamaica Labour Party's George Wright.
Give more support to abuse victims, says PNP Women's Movement president | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-14
Former unionist George Wright was brought in to take over after the faction couldn’t agree to back Amanda Lampe.
Crown workers threaten to expose Barangaroo casino’s dirty laundry, and movement at Labor stations in Canberra
Australia· 2025-07-06
George Wright is the Westmoreland Central MP who was readmitted to the JLP after a controversial incident.
Editorial | No to crassness | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-07-03Tufton credited George Wright for helping to champion the development of the hospital.
Health minister says Sav Hospital to get massive upgrade | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-03
Incumbent member of parliament George Wright was mentioned in the context of urging Labourites to support the party's candidate.
Holness calls for good conduct after latest Warmington incivility | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-07-02Warmington urged Labourites to vote for Andrew Holness if they dislike their Member of Parliament George Wright.
Holness urges JLP candidates to uphold highest standards following Warmington’s expletive-laced remarks | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-01Warmington urged JLP supporters to vote for incumbent Westmoreland Central MP George Wright in the impending general election.
Warmington’s regret | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-07-01
George Wright, the incumbent member of parliament for Westmoreland Central, has been targeted by the People’s National Party.
Tufton backs embattled George Wright in Westmoreland Central showdown | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-01Warmington mentioned George Wright in the context of urging Labourites to vote differently.
Warmington apologises for use of expletives | NewsJamaica· 2025-06-30Warmington urged Labourites to vote for Andrew Holness if they dislike their Member of Parliament George Wright.
PNP wants police to charge Warmington for using expletives at JLP public meeting | NewsJamaica· 2025-06-30George Wright faced significant public backlash and resigned from the party but was readmitted in February.
‘Shut your eyes and vote for Holness’ - Warmington urges JLP supporters | NewsJamaica· 2025-06-30George Wright is a controversial Member of Parliament criticized by the JLP.
From prison to Parliament | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-05-25
George Wright is one of the MPs in Westmoreland who received 100 bags of fertiliser.
Audit flags private farm store selling free fertilisers | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-05-15
George Wright is the member of parliament for Westmoreland Central who faced allegations of domestic violence.
Kristen Gyles | A higher standard starts with us | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-03-07
The allegation of domestic abuse that faced George Wright in 2021 is unresolved.
Golding says next PNP administration will prioritise integrity | NewsJamaica· 2025-02-24
George Wright, the MP for Central Westmoreland, was the alleged assailant in a viral video incident.
Imani Tafari-Ama | Two wrongs don’t make one right | In FocusJamaica· 2025-02-23
George Wright is a member of parliament for the constituency of Westmoreland Central, representing the governing Jamaica Labour Party.
Editorial | George Wright’s atonement no private matter | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-02-21
George Wright, member of parliament for Westmoreland Central, said he was relieved that no one was hurt.
Westmoreland warehouse inferno | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-02-20
