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Press Release – Commission meets CARICOM Election Observer Team
In a significant step toward promoting transparency and reinforcing public confidence in the electoral
process, the CARICOM Election Observer Team convened a meeting with the Elections and Boundaries
Commission (the Commission) on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The Commission is of the view that the meeting,
held at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Port of Spain, was constructive, fostering mutual understanding
and reinforcing a shared commitment to transparent and credible electoral processes. The dialogue was
marked by openness, collaboration, and a shared goal of ensuring free, fair, and peaceful elections.
Discussions were mainly focused on the Commission’s comprehensive preparations for the upcoming
elections, including initiatives in voter education, the training and selection criteria for Returning Officers and
Polling Day Staff, and the identification of accessible venues for polling stations. Special voting procedures,
as well as protocols for the counting of votes and the timely announcement of results, were also reviewed.
Additionally, the Observer Team was apprised of the Commission’s positions regarding matters currently and
previously raised in the public domain. They reiterated their role was to observe and learn.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining open lines of
communication and ongoing cooperation as the nation prepares for Election Day on Monday, April 28, 2025.
EBC Press Release – Commission meets CARICOM Election Observer Team
April 22, 2025
Press Release – EBC Special Voting has commenced
The Elections and Boundaries Commission (the Commission) is pleased to announce that its Special Voting has successfully begun earlier today. The initial proceedings were relatively smooth.
The establishment of Special Polling Stations, in keeping with special voting requirements, is an integral part of the Commission’s responsibility to conduct elections and will continue over the coming days. Designated Special Electors are reminded that they must actively engage in the process and are encouraged to collect their designated special envelopes promptly. This ensures proper participation and alignment with the special voting timeline, which is scheduled to end on Sunday 27th April 2025.
16,748 Special Electors are expected to cast their votes in the upcoming days. Over 1400 individuals exercised their right to vote in today’s proceedings. The highest special voter turnout recorded today was in the Aranguez / St. Joseph Constituency, where special voters continued to wait within the Polling Station precinct beyond 3:00 p.m. to vote.
Special Electors are reminded that their voting procedure differs from the standard process and may require additional time. As a result, longer-than-usual wait times were observed today at some locations. The Commission appreciates the patience and cooperation of all participants as we facilitate an effective and efficient electoral process.
April 21, 2025
NOTICE – Special Polling Stations established by Returning Officers – 2025 Parliamentary Elections
April 17, 2025
Notice of Taking a Poll – Listing of Candidates and Polling Stations for the 2025 Parliamentary Elections
For a complete list of all candidates running in the 2025 Parliamentary Elections by constituency and the locations of polling stations, please refer to our publication titled “NOTICE OF TAKING A POLL” for the 2025 PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS:
Notice of Taking a Poll for the 2025 Parliamentary Elections
April 15, 2025
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