Re-think on electoral system for PCs

23 February 2018 01:40 am - 4 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

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In the aftermath of the defeat at the local government elections, the United National Party (UNP) is said to be considering whether to revert to the previous system of Proportional Representation for the Provincial Council Elections.

The government postponed the Provincial Council Elections till a new systems of a mix of the First-Past-the-Post and Proportional Representation was worked out.

The delimitation committee appointed to demarcate the provincial wards had submitted has submitted its report.

However, there is a view within the party that the old Proportional Representation System was less complicated. (Kelum Bandara)

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nick Friday, 23 February 2018 06:35 AM

nothing to rethink u guys lost big time & its Shame still continuing if u have backbone u will call for a general election but we all know what unp stand for Underperformed Nonworthy Politician via DM Android App

Saman Friday, 23 February 2018 08:04 AM

This recently held election is the proof that people not voting for individuals. They just vote for the party. So the preferential system at least better electing better people.

Huna Friday, 23 February 2018 08:24 AM

It was sort of own goal from UNP and the government . people voted for MR ,RW, MY3 instead of local candidates

Ss Friday, 23 February 2018 07:07 PM

And postpone the elections again

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