2008 Pitcairnese general election

General elections were held in the Pitcairn Islands on 8 December 2008.[3]

Electoral system

The four elected members of the Island Council were elected by single transferable vote for two year terms. In addition, the Council had six other members; the Mayor 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 Governor and one seat was reserved for a Commissioner liaising between the Governor and the Council.[4]

Results

Jay Warren was elected Deputy Mayor, whilst Turi Griffiths, Brenda Christian, Dave Brown and Jacqui Christian were elected to the Island Council.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Change of British High Commissioner to New Zealand: Louise Cantillon". gov.uk. Government of the United Kingdom. 26 August 2026. Archived from the original on 26 August 2026. Retrieved 29 August 2026.
  2. 1 2 3 "Pitcairn Island Council: Minutes of the Special Council Meeting Held at the Pulau School Commencing at 11:00 am, January 12, 2026" (PDF). 21 January 2026. Archived (PDF) from the original on 20 July 2026. Retrieved 20 July 2026.
  3. 1 2 Results of Election on 8 December 2008 Archived 3 March 2016 at the Wayback Machine Pitcairn News, November 2008
  4. ↑ Election profile IFES
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