With 14 seats, UPM was the first party, but short of a majority. Governor Lord Plumer offered the premiership to Howard, as Panzavecchia could not accept it.
UPM, having 14 seats, became the leading party in the political landscape, but lacked the necessary votes for a majority government. Governor Lord Plumer offered the position of Prime Minister to Howard, as Panzavecchia declined the offer.