Pitcairn Islands general election, 2008
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General elections were held in the Pitcairn Islands on 8 December 2008.[1]
Electoral system
The four elected members of the Island Council were elected by single transferable vote for two year terms. In addition, the Council had six other members; the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor, both of whom were elected separately. The four elected members and the Deputy Mayor nominated a further member, whilst two were appointed by the Governor and one seat was reserved for a Commissioner liaising between the Governor and the Council.[2]
Results
Jay Warren was elected Deputy Mayor, whilst Turi Griffiths, Brenda Christian, Dave Brown and Jacqui Christian were elected to the Island Council.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Results of Election on 8 December 2008 Pitcairn News, November 2008
- ↑ Election profile IFES
