Forty-one people who were appointed to serve as Returning Officers for the April 28 general election were presented with Writs of Election issued by President Christine Kangaloo.

With the writs the officers have been given the authority to cause a poll to be taken in their respective electoral districts on behalf of the Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC), a release from the EBC on Thursday stated.

Chief Election Officer Fern Narcis-Scope in her opening remarks to the Returning Officers and prospective Election Clerks commended attendees for their dedication to the electoral process. She highlighted the vital role they play in upholding democratic principles, stressing that fairness and accountability are essential in strengthening public confidence and ensuring the credibility of free and fair elections.