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2009 Pitcairnese general election
General elections were held in the Pitcairn Islands on 11 December 2009.[2] As there are no political parties on Pitcairn, the Deputy Mayor and all four candidates elected to the Island Council were independents.[3] Simon Young became the first person not born on Pitcairn to be elected Deputy Mayor.[4] Electoral systemThe four elected members were elected by single transferable vote for two year terms. In addition, the Island 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 Island Council.[3] ResultsVoting began at 08:30 and was completed by 10:30. Of the 45 registered voters, 40 cast votes,[2] 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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