The Supervisor of Elections, Dudley Lewis, has confirmed that there is to be no
media access to the polling stations on Fri, 9 Nov. To be clear: there will be no
photo opportunities of politicians casting their votes.
Mr. Lewis’ decision has been made in strict accordance with the provisions set
out in the Elections Ordinance in relation to the proper voting process, the
secrecy of the ballot and the prohibition on the use electronic communication
equipment or devices within polling stations (section 49 (7) of the Elections
Ordinance).
He has instructed his Returning Officers of this decision. Please respect his
conclusion. I know that you will be disappointed by this decision, but hope that
you can understand Mr Lewis’ intentions: protecting the integrity of the ballot is
his paramount concern.
There is, of course, no reason why photos etc. cannot be taken of politicians
arriving at polling stations or leaving polling stations after they have voted.
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