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The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) advises that its Registration Area Office for Arima & Piarco, located at 16-17 Pro Queen Street, Arima, will be closed on Friday 13th September 2024 from noon to accommodate spraying of the building by the Insect Vector Control Division.

Normal operations will resume on Monday 16th September, 2024.

The EBC apologizes for any inconvenience that this temporary closure may cause.

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) advises that its Registration Area Office for Arima/Piarco, located at 16-17 Pro Queen Street, Arima, will be closed from noon on Tuesday 20th August 2024.

Normal operations will resume on Wednesday 21st  August 2024.

The EBC apologizes for any inconvenience that this temporary closure may cause.

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) advises that its Registration Area Office for Princes Town, located at 145 High Street, Princes Town (Corner Naparima Mayaro Road & St. Croix Rd.) will be closed on Friday 9th August 2024 from noon to facilitate spraying of the building.

Normal operations will resume on Monday 12th August 2024.

The EBC apologizes for any inconvenience that this temporary closure may cause.

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) today clarified its position on the selection of Returning Officers in response to recent media reports.

During a workshop on “Enhancing Ethical and Effective Coverage” on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, EBC Chairman Mr. Mark Ramkerrysingh addressed a question raised about potential political affiliations of Returning Officers.

The EBC has received allegations from various political parties about Returning Officers being members of political parties. To address these concerns and safeguard the integrity of the electoral process, the Commission sought legal advice on requiring applicants for the position of Returning Officer to declare whether they are a member of a political party.

The legal opinion confirmed that such an inquiry is both advisable and lawful. It distinguishes between declaring whether one is a member of a political party and disclosing voting preferences, which is protected by the principle of secret ballot. Membership in a political party implies a level of allegiance or affiliation that could potentially create the perception of bias or apparent bias.

The EBC emphasizes its commitment to impartiality and transparency in the electoral process. Requiring applicants to declare their membership is a proactive step to mitigate potential conflicts of interest and maintain public confidence in the electoral system.

The Commission would like to clarify that recent media reports suggesting that the EBC is asking Returning Officers to declare their political allegiance are misleading and inaccurate. The focus remains on ensuring that the electoral process is free, fair, and credible.

Press Release -EBC steps to address issues concerning appointment of Returning Officers. 07.08.24

The preliminary results of the Local Government Bye-Elections of Monday 17th June 2024 are as follows:

ELECTORAL DISTRICTS

Lengua/Indian Walk –

Autly Granthume – PNM: 1,986
Nicole Gopaul – UNC: 1,394
Peterson Morales – INDEPENDENT: 10

Quinam/Morne Diablo –

Anderson Nanan – PNM: 976
Sarah Sookdeo – UNC: 2,239

The combined total electorate of the two electoral districts was 16,834. There was a voter turn-out of 40.29% in Lengua/Indian Walk and 38.57% in Quinam/Morne Diablo. In contrast to last year’s Local Government Elections, where voter turn-out was 35.23% in Lengua/Indian Walk and 31.88% in Quinam/Morne Diablo respectively.

There have been no requests for recounts in either electoral district.

EBC Press Release – The Preliminary Results for the 2024 Local Government Bye-Elections

The candidates for both the Quinam/Morne Diablo Local Government Bye-Election and the Lengua/Indian Walk Local Government Election are now confirmed. Five (5) candidates have submitted their nomination papers.

The People’s National Movement (PNM) and the United National Congress (UNC) are the parties participating in these elections. There is also an independent candidate for the Lengua/Indian Walk election.

These are the candidates for each area:
Quinam/Morne Diablo:
– Anderson Nanan (PNM)
– Sarah Sookdeo (UNC)

Lengua/Indian Walk:
– Autly Granthume (PNM)
– Nicole Gopaul (UNC)
– Peterson Morales (Independent)

The number of eligible voters for the Quinam/Morne Diablo bye-election and the Lengua/Indian Walk election are 8,369 and 8,465 respectively in accordance with the Revised List of Electors. The elections will take place on June 17, 2024.

Press Release – CANDIDATES CONFIRMED FOR THE 2024 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS. 24.05.24

The Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) advises that its Registration Area Office for Tabaquite / Talparo and Chaguanas, located at 47 Mulchan Seuchan Road, Chaguanas, will be closed on Friday 24th May 2024 from 12:30 pm to accommodate spraying of the building by the Insect Vector Control Division.

Normal operations will resume on Monday 27th May, 2024.

The EBC apologizes for any inconvenience that this temporary closure may cause.

The Elections and Boundaries Commission wishes to advise that its Registration Area Office for San Juan, located 125 Eastern Main Road Barataria (Corner of Seventh Avenue), will resume normal operations today, Monday 20th May 2024.

We extend our gratitude for the public’s patience and understanding during the period of temporary closure.

Press Release – EBC San Juan Office open after water damage – May 20, 2024

Nomination Forms for the 2024 Local Government Bye-Election in the Electoral District of Quinam/Morne Diablo, as well as the Election in the Electoral District of Lengua/Indian Walk:

Form-No-37

Form-No-38

Form-No-41

Form-No-42

Returning Officers for the electoral districts of Quinam/Morne Diablo and Lengua/Indian Walk received their Writs of Election from Mr. Mark Ramkerrysingh, Chairman on May 10, 2024. These Writs of Elections, which are issued by Her Excellency, Christine Kangaloo, O.R.T.T give these Returning Officers the authority to conduct the upcoming elections on behalf of the EBC.

The presentation occurred at the Elections & Boundaries Commission’s Central Electoral Office, Scott House, Port of Spain.

Press Release – Returning Officers receive their writs for Local Government Elections. 10.05.24