A member of the Anguilla United Front (AUF), he served as Premier from 14 May 2019[2][3] until his defeat in the 2020 general election.

He then attended the University of the Virgin Islands, where he obtained a BA in social sciences in 1972.

He then attended the New School for Social Research in New York City, where he obtained a master's degree in political science.

He moved to the Anguilla Democratic Party (ADP) prior to the 1984 elections, in which he lost his seat and place in the cabinet.

In 2000 he became Minister of Finance, Economic Development, Investment and Commerce, with Tourism added to the portfolio in 2005.