Citizens' Assembly: How Does It Work, Who Votes, and Who Can Be Elected?
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Citizens' Assembly: How Does It Work, Who Votes, and Who Can Be Elected?

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Summary:

  • 37 parishes will use a citizens' assembly to elect local council members in 2025

  • This model is for parishes with 150 or fewer voters, ensuring direct democracy

  • All registered voters in the parish can participate in the assembly

  • Candidates can be presented on the day, making it a community-driven process

In 2025, 37 parishes will elect their local council members through a citizens' assembly — the highest number since the merging of parishes in 2013. This model, reserved for parishes with 150 or fewer voters, allows residents to choose their local leaders in a public assembly via secret ballot. But how does this process work, who is eligible to vote, and who can stand for election?

How It Works

The citizens' assembly is a unique democratic process where voters gather in a public meeting to elect their local council members. This method is only applied in small communities, ensuring direct participation from all eligible voters.

Who Can Vote?

All registered voters in the parish are eligible to participate in the assembly. The process is designed to be inclusive, allowing every voter to have a direct say in who represents them.

Who Can Be Elected?

Any resident who meets the legal requirements can stand for election. Candidates are often presented on the day of the assembly, making it a dynamic and community-driven process.

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