General elections were held in the Pitcairn Islands on 11 December 2009.Election
British High Commission, Wellington As there are no political parties on Pitcairn, the Deputy Mayor and all four candidates elected to the Island Council were independents. Simon Young became the first person not born on Pitcairn to be elected Deputy Mayor.2009 Election
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Electoral system

The four elected members were elected by

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for two year terms. In addition, the Island Council had six other members; the

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and the Deputy Mayor, both of whom were elected separately. The four elected members and the Deputy Mayor nominated a further member, whilst two were appointed by the

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and one seat was reserved for a Commissioner liaising between the Governor and the Island Council.Election profile
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Results

Voting began at 08:30 and was completed by 10:30. Of the 45 registered voters, 40 cast votes, giving a turnout of 88.9%.

Deputy Mayor

Island Council

Following the election, Pawl Warren was appointed to the Island Council by the Governor.

References

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