THE 41 people appointed to serve as returning officers for the April 28 general election have received their writs of election from President Christine Kangaloo.

They now have authority to conduct polls in their respective electoral districts on behalf of the Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC).

A media release on March 21, said EBC Chief Election Officer Fern Narcis-Scope highlighted the vital role returning officers 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.