Former Minister of State for the Environment Phenton Neymour said yesterday he is considering running for chairman of the Free National Movement at the party's one-day convention next month.
Neymour, a former member of Parliament for South Beach, said he expects to make an announcement soon on his decision.
"In regards to putting together a political organization, putting together a campaign, I've had that experience," he said, adding that supporting the leadership will be critical.
Neymour said the perceived notion that a rift exists between FNM Leader Dr. Hubert Minnis and FNM Deputy Leader Loretta Butler-Turner has hurt the party.
"They have to function together," he said. "I've been with them, both of them together, and they've functioned as leader and deputy leader.
"But I think the perception is what has hurt us, and it will be resolved quickly. This is only natural after you've had a change in leadership, and I think coming out of this convention we are going to be a lot better."
FNM Chairman Darron Cash and FNM Deputy Chairman Dr. Duane Sands plan to run for the deputy leader position.
Former Senator Frederick McAlpine said he will run for deputy chairman.
McAlpine told The Guardian he wants to help strengthen the party.
FNM Deputy Chairman Brensil Rolle said he will determine what post he will run for soon.
FNM Senator Michael Pintard said he, too, is strongly considering running for deputy leader, but is also considering whether to offer himself for chairman.
The party will hold its convention on November 21.

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