Elections Office Outlines Nominations Requirements

The Elections Office reminds persons seeking to be nominated on Wednesday, 29 March, as candidates in the May 2017 General Elections, that they must also fulfil a number of requirements. These include:

1. Submitting a 2” x 2” photo which clearly shows their face, to be included on the ballot paper,

2. Handing in a cash deposit of KYD1000 with their nominations form, and,

3. Having two voters from the electoral district in which they are seeking office sign their nomination form.

Candidates should also be aware that the 19 nomination stations will be open from 8a.m. to 3.p.m only. They are further urged to review the Constitution and the Elections Law to ensure they are qualified to be nominated.

For more information visit www.elections.ky.