# Electoral Commission ## Posts - [A Tribute to Miss Edith D. Duberry from The Electoral Commission](https://electoralcommission.ms/a-tribute-to-miss-edith-d-duberry-from-the-electoral-commission/): It is with a great sense of sadness, and unexpected loss that we give this tribute in memory of Miss Edith Duberry. Miss Duberry served this country extensively & faithfully, during many Electoral cycles, for over forty years. She served as Returning Officer (at the constituency and national level), Enumerator, Presiding Officer, Poll Clerk, and Educator. After working with Miss Duberry, we made several observations. She was a natural Educator. She prepared detailed and engaging presentations for the general public. She displayed great passion in teaching, informing her fellow countrymen on how to vote correctly, how to conduct oneself as… - [Tribute to Miss Edith Duberry](https://electoralcommission.ms/tribute-to-miss-edith-duberry/): The Constitution & Commissions Secretariat, pays heartfelt tribute to Miss Edith Duberry, whose dedicated service as Returning Officer for the October 2024 General Elections exemplified integrity, professionalism, and commitment to democratic governance in Montserrat. Miss Duberry carried out her responsibilities with distinction, ensuring that the electoral process was conducted with fairness, transparency, and respect for the rule of law. Her steady leadership and meticulous oversight provided confidence to voters, candidates, and the wider community that the elections were managed with the highest standards of accountability. Beyond the technical duties of her office, Miss Duberry’s work reflected a deep respect for… - [New Members of the Montserrat Legislative Assembly](https://electoralcommission.ms/new-members-of-the-montserrat-legislative-assembly/): RETURN AFTER POLL HAS BEEN TAKEN (Substituted by Act 2 of 2000 and amended by Act 9 of 2011) I Edith D Duberry hereby certify that the members to the Legislative Assembly pursuance of the within Writ as having received the majority of votes lawfully given are: Name Address Ocupation 1. Buffonge, Crenston Barzeys Parlimentarian 2. Buffonge, Ingrid Ann Woodlands Doctor 3. Meade, Reuben T. Olveston Economist (Retired) 4. Osborne, John P. Palm Loop Self-employed 5. Dorsette-Hector, Veronica ‘Kaye’ Olveston Attorney-at-Law 6. Lewis, Paul J. St. Peters Electrician 7. Romeo, Donaldson R. E. Old Towne M.P. 8. Hixon, Dwayme Runaway… - [Location of Polling Stations](https://electoralcommission.ms/polling-divisions/): Click Here for Polling Divisions - [Candidates for 2024 General Election](https://electoralcommission.ms/notification-of-election/): The General public is asked to note that a poll will be taken for the election of members to serve in the Legislative Assembly. The poll will be opened on the 24th of October, 2024 between the hours of 7 a.m and 6 p.m in the following polling stations, that is to say- Polling Division Address of Polling Station Voters Allotted Thereto No. of voters 1 Montserrat Secondary School Montserrat Secondary School Surnames: A-I Surnames: J-Z 308 309 2 River View Shop & Bar – St. Peter’s St Peters Clinic Surnames: A-K Surnames: L-Z 241 237 3 Brades Primary School Brades Primary School Surnames: A-J… - [Voters’ List Comes Into Force](https://electoralcommission.ms/voters-list-comes-into-force/): Her Excellency the Governor by way of SRO 35 of 2024, has appointed the first day of October 2024 as the date on which the revised list of voters for the electoral district of Montserrat comes into force.   This list comprises a total of 3,464 registered voters broken down as follows:   Polling Division Location # of Registered Voters 1 Salem 617 2 St. Peter’s 478 3 Brades 694 4 Davy Hill 556 5 St. John’s 525 6 Look Out 550 7 Mobile Polling 44   Following the 2019 general election, the BIMR Observer Mission recommended for consideration the… - [Voter Registration Comes to An End!](https://electoralcommission.ms/voter-registration-comes-to-an-end/): Citizens of Montserrat, Listen Up!!!! Voter registration is coming to an end, yes you heard right, voter registration is coming to an end! Are you eligible to vote? Have you registered to vote? If not, now is the time to do so, now is the time to get your name on the voters’ list so that you can exercise your franchise. Voter registration closes on Friday, September 20th at 4 pm Visit the Electoral Office at the Department of Legislature, Brades, Montserrat between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on or before Friday, September 20th, 2024, to register.… - [Notice of Nomination Day 2024](https://electoralcommission.ms/notice-of-nomination-day-2024/): The Governor having issued her Writ of Election for the election of a member ofthe Legislative Assembly the Retuming officer will be on the l0th day of October, 2024now next ensuing between the hours of 10 a.m. and I p.m. and between the hours of2 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the Montserrat Cultural Centre, Little Bay proceed to thenomination of candidates.   View Notice Here - [Election Day 2024 Announced](https://electoralcommission.ms/election-day-2024-announced/): The Governor of Montserrat, Sarah Tucker, has issued a Writ of Election under the Public Seal, as mandated by the Elections Act. View Writ of Election Here - [No Charge for Voter Registration](https://electoralcommission.ms/no-charge-for-voter-registration/): NO CHARGE FOR VOTER REGISTRATION By Supervisor of Elections – Barrington Chalmers   Greetings Montserrat   My name is Barrington B. Chalmers, the Supervisor of Elections for the 2024 general election. On behalf of the Electoral Commission, I am making this statement of clarification in respect/regards to continuous voter registration. Persons who are not yet on the voters list and wish to become registered voters are required to fill out an application form to request that their names be listed on the voters list. Forms can be collected from the Electoral Office situated in the Department of Legislature, Farara Plaza,… - [Returning Officer Appointed for the 2024 General Elections](https://electoralcommission.ms/returning-officer-appointed-for-the-2024-general-elections/): The Governor on the recommendation of the Supervisor of Elections has appointed a returning officer to preside over the 2024 general elections. She is Miss Edith Delores Duberry.   Miss Duberry is from the prestigious village of Cork Hill. She has been employed by the Ministry of Education for 37 years and is a professional educator. Throughout her teaching career, she held positions such as class teacher, head teacher, acting education officer, and vice principal at Montserrat Secondary School. She pursued her education at the University of Sheffield, the University of New Castle-Upon-Tyne, and the Cyril Potter College of Education.… - [Increase in Nomination Fee](https://electoralcommission.ms/increase-in-nomination-fee/): Sections 25 and 26 of the Elections Act (Cap. 1.04), revised edition showing the law as of January 1, 2019, has been amended.   The deposit for nomination of a candidate has been increased from $500 to $1000 and is non-refundable.   View Amendment - [Electoral Workers Needed](https://electoralcommission.ms/electoral-workers-needed/): The Electoral Commission is seeking expressions of interest from persons who reside in Montserrat to work in the following roles during the election process: Poll Clerks Assistant Returning Officers Tally Clerks Manual Tally Clerks Computer Tally Clerks Presiding Officers   Individuals interested in working on polling day in any of these positions should have a certificate in Mathematics, and English, be computer literate, and must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.   Interested persons should communicate their interest by emailing info@electoralcommission.ms or visit the Electoral Office at the Department of Legislature, #1 Farara Plaza, Brades, Montserrat, between the hours of 8:00… - [“OUR ELECTION” - A 60-minute Discussion on Preparations for the Upcoming Elections](https://electoralcommission.ms/our-election-a-60-minute-discussion-on-preparations-for-the-upcoming-elections/): Tune in to ZJB Radio every other Thursday at 7 p.m. starting February 8th to learn more. https://electoralcommission.ms/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Electoral-Commission-Radio-Ad.mp4 If you missed our on-air program, you can listen to it here: Send your comments to info@electoralcommission.ms - [Opening Statement 2024](https://electoralcommission.ms/opening-statement-2024/): STATEMENT   by Chair and Supervisor of Elections, Barrington B. Chalmers   Date: February 2, 2024   I would like to take this opportunity to introduce the members of the Montserrat Electoral Commission to you. The Commission comprises four members appointed by the Governor of Montserrat. We are Lovetta Silcott, Ateshia Lewis, Sheron Burns, and I, Barrington B. Chalmers, as the Chairman and Supervisor of Elections.   We, the members of the Commission, would like to express to the people of Montserrat that it is with a great sense of humility, sincerity, and national pride that we accept this opportunity… - [Amendment to Legislation ](https://electoralcommission.ms/amendment-to-legislation/): Sections 4, 9, 12, 27, and 56 of the Elections Act (Cap. 1.04), revised edition showing the law as of January 1, 2019, have been amended.  See the Elections (Amendment) Act, 2023, for more information.  View Amendment - [Revised Continuous Voter Registration](https://electoralcommission.ms/revised-continuous-voter-registration/): The Continuous Voter Registration form has been revised. The Continuous Voter Registration Form is a procedure for inclusion on the voters’ list following the culmination of enumeration.  Persons who have become eligible to vote under Section 12 of the Elections Act must complete the form. This form must be signed by a notary public and can be done at the Registry Department before submission to the Electoral Office.  The form, which is approved by Cabinet, can be downloaded online or collected at the Constitution and Commissions Secretariat, Department of Legislature.    - [Electoral Commission Launches Website](https://electoralcommission.ms/electoral-commission-launches-website/): The Electoral Commission of Montserrat has launched its new website, which provides the public with access to relevant legislation under which the Commission operates. The website is designed to be user-friendly and can be navigated using the following tabs:  The Commission wishes to ensure that the public has access to and is current on election-related information, as elections are constitutionally due in 2024.   For further information, please contact the Constitution & Commissions Secretariat on 491-2195/3195.  ## Pages - [Survey](https://electoralcommission.ms/survey/): Survey - [Gallery](https://electoralcommission.ms/gallery/): Gallery AllAssistant Returning Officer & Tally Clerks TrainingCandidate EducationnominationPresiding Officers and Poll ClerkAll All Assistant Returning Officer & Tally Clerks Training Candidate Education nomination Presiding Officers and Poll Clerk - [Polling Division No. 6 - Lookout](https://electoralcommission.ms/polling-division-no-6-lookout/): Polling Division No. 6 – Lookout Register to vote The Electoral Commission is your gateway to democratic participation. Exercise your fundamental rights, shape the future, and contribute to making a difference. Your vote counts, and we’re here to help. Act now for democracy, transparency, and civic engagement. Register Today - [Polling Division No. 5 - St. John's](https://electoralcommission.ms/polling-division-no-5-st-johns/): Polling Division No. 5 – St. John’s Register to vote The Electoral Commission is your gateway to democratic participation. Exercise your fundamental rights, shape the future, and contribute to making a difference. Your vote counts, and we’re here to help. Act now for democracy, transparency, and civic engagement. Register Today - [Polling Division No. 4 - Davy Hill](https://electoralcommission.ms/polling-division-no-4-davy-hill/): Polling Division No. 4 – Davy Hill Register to vote The Electoral Commission is your gateway to democratic participation. Exercise your fundamental rights, shape the future, and contribute to making a difference. Your vote counts, and we’re here to help. Act now for democracy, transparency, and civic engagement. Register Today - [Polling Division No. 3 - Brades](https://electoralcommission.ms/polling-division-no-3-brades/): Polling Division No. 3 – Brades Register to vote The Electoral Commission is your gateway to democratic participation. Exercise your fundamental rights, shape the future, and contribute to making a difference. Your vote counts, and we’re here to help. Act now for democracy, transparency, and civic engagement. Register Today - [Polling Division No. 2 - St. Peter's](https://electoralcommission.ms/polling-division-no-2-st-peters/): Polling Division No. 2 – St. Peter’s Register to vote The Electoral Commission is your gateway to democratic participation. Exercise your fundamental rights, shape the future, and contribute to making a difference. Your vote counts, and we’re here to help. Act now for democracy, transparency, and civic engagement. Register Today - [Polling Division No. 1 - Salem](https://electoralcommission.ms/polling-division-no-1-salem/): Polling Division No. 1 – Salem Register to vote The Electoral Commission is your gateway to democratic participation. Exercise your fundamental rights, shape the future, and contribute to making a difference. Your vote counts, and we’re here to help. Act now for democracy, transparency, and civic engagement. Register Today - [Voter Register](https://electoralcommission.ms/voter-register/): Voters Register POLLING DIVISION NO’s. 1 to 6 PROCLAIMED LIST OF VOTERS 2024 POLLING DIVISION # 1 – SALEM Comprising:- Salem, Glebe, Friths, Flemmings, Hope, Isles Bay, Old Towne and Olveston POLLING DIVISION # 2 – ST. PETER’S Comprising:- Woodlands, Cheap End, Palm Loop, St. Peter’s Forgathy, Virgin Islands, Providence,and Jones Hill POLLING DIVISION # 3 – BRADES Comprising:- Cudjoe Head, Baker Hill, Cavalla Hill, Nixon’s, Banks, Brades, Shinnlands, Manjack POLLING DIVISION # 4 – DAVY HILL Comprising:- Davy Hill, Sweeney’s, Old Norwood, Gerald’s, Drummonds, Carr’s Bay, Little Bay,and Rendezvous POLLING DIVISION # 5 – ST. JOHN’S Comprising:- St. Johns,… - [Divisions](https://electoralcommission.ms/divisions/): Polling Divisions Master Polling Division Division 1 Division 2 Division 3 Division 4 Division 5 Division 6 Master Polling Division Division 1 Division 2 Division 3 Division 4 Division 5 Division 6 - [Contact](https://electoralcommission.ms/contact/): Contact Us For queries and other election related information not available on this website contact the Electoral Office at: Brades, Montserrat 664-491-2195/3195 info@electoralcommission.ms Send us a message - [FAQ](https://electoralcommission.ms/faq/): Frequently asked questions What is Enumeration? Enumeration is the process by which Enumerators go from house to house within the Community during an Enumeration Year to obtain the names of eligible persons who can vote in order to compile the voters’ list. The most recent enumeration was conducted between June 1 and August 31, 2023. What is an Enumeration Year? An Enumeration year is the last year in each successive quinquennial period i.e. recurring every five years. The last Enumeration year occurred in 2023. Who is an Enumerator? An Enumerator is a person appointed by the Registering Officer and who… - [Candidate](https://electoralcommission.ms/candidate/): Information for Candidates Candidate Information A person who is registered as a voter is eligible to contest an election: Each candidate for election shall be nominated on a nomination paper by at least two registered voters, and his consent to nomination shall be given in writing on his nomination paper and attested by one witness: Provided that, no candidate shall be deemed not to have been validly nominated by reason only of the fact that subsequent to nomination day any person by whom his nomination paper was signed is struck off the preliminary list of voters or the Register of… - [Register](https://electoralcommission.ms/register/): Register to vote Who can register A person shall be entitled to be registered as a voter and vote at an election if he or she: Has resided in Montserrat for thirty-six months immediately preceding the date of registration as a voter or is domiciled in Montserrat and is resident therein at the date of such registration; and Is not a person of unsound mind so found under any law in force in Montserrat; Is a Commonwealth citizen; Has attained the age of eighteen years; More Information on Voter Registration Qualification of Voters (Section 12 of the Elections Act) A… - [About](https://electoralcommission.ms/about/): About the Electoral Commission Who we are The Electoral Commission was established under section 78 of the Montserrat-Constitution-Order-2010-SI-2010-No-2474. It is governed by the Electoral Commission Act 2012; (revised edition 1 January 2013) and guided by the Elections Act and Subsidiary Legislation (revised edition 1 January 2019.) The primary function of the Electoral Commission is to supervise elections in Montserrat in accordance with any laws regulating the conduct of elections. Members Under section 78(2) of the Montserrat Constitution Order 2010 (Cap. 1.01), the following persons were appointed as members of the Electoral Commission for a period of five years, from 1st… - [Footer](https://electoralcommission.ms/footer/): Montserrat Electoral Commission Brades, Montserrat Phone: 664-491-2195/3195 Fax: 664-491-6888 Email: info@constition Quick Links About MEC Contact Us Privacy Policy   About MEC Contact Us Privacy Policy   About MEC Contact Us Privacy Policy   Copyright © 2023 Montserrat Electoral Commission. 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Exercise your fundamental right, shape the future, and join millions in making a difference. Your vote counts, and we’re here to help. Act now for democracy, transparency, and civic engagement. Register Today Public Notices Key Resources The information on this website is taken from or associated with the legislation that governs the Electoral Commission. Readers to this website are encouraged to read the following documents that are appended to this website… - [Services](https://electoralcommission.ms/services/): Our Services An overview of the services you offer and how they will benefit the visitor. Service 1 This is a “Call to Action” widget. It includes various layouts for a combo of images, content and option for a ribbon. Service 2 So, have you edited global styles already ;-)? If you want to preview this site’s global styles, load the “Global Styles” page. Service 3 A short paragraph describing exactly what this service offers and how it helps clients. 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