Info
Legislative Framework
LF001
Status of Electoral Law
Question: What is the status of the electoral law governing national elections?
Answer(s):
a . Part of Constitution b . Separate legislation
Comments: The Constitution of Bermuda contains articles which pertain to the timing and necessity of elections. All other legislation on elections is found in the Parliamentary Election Act of 1978.
Source: Constitution of Bermuda, Art. 51-55
The Parliamentary Election Act 1978
Verified: 2012/05/31
LF003
Electoral Law covers
Question: The national electoral law covers:
Answer(s):
a . National elections c . Local elections d . Referendums
Comments: Elections on all levels of government are legislated under the elections act.
Source: The Parliamentary Election Act 1978
Verified: 2012/05/31
LF004
Compulsory/voluntary voting
Question: Is voting on the national level voluntary or compulsory?
Answer(s):
a . Voting is voluntary
Comments:
Source: International IDEA Voter Turnout Website (http://www.idea.int/vt/)
Verified: 2012/05/31
LF007
Electoral Disputes Agency(ies)
Question: What are the agency(ies) responsible for the first level of formal electoral disputes?
Answer(s):
a . Judiciary
Comments: The Supreme Court is responsible for any appeals which are brought to the Registrar, however objections relate only to the registration of electors.
Legislation relating to the dispute of an election outcome is not included in the Elections Act nor Constitution.
Source: Parliamentary Election Act 1978, Art. 17
Verified: 2012/05/31
The data on this page is continuously updated.
Additional, but potentially outdated material is available here.
