The Review Panel – pulled together by Scrutiny – has already gathered “valuable feedback” from the community but is now looking for more on “various aspects surrounding the electoral process”.
“This survey will allow an even greater number of people to submit their views on this important topic that affects everyone,” said President of Scrutiny, Deputy Yvonne Burford.
“I’d encourage everyone aged 16 or over living in Guernsey or Herm to let us know their thoughts by taking 10 or 15 minutes to complete the survey. Once the results of the survey are in and have been analysed, we will conduct public hearings before producing a report of our findings.”
Pictured: People who take the survey are asked whether they would be supportive of certain changes to the current system.
The survey includes several alternatives to Island Wide Voting for people to give their thoughts on, including a rolling island wide election, where 12 or 13 deputies are voted in every two years and stand for six years.
Additionally, district voting is discussed, options varying from two to four districts, or even a revisit of the parish-based seven district system.
Guernsey’s first island wide general election was held in 2020 and Scrutiny’s findings could trigger changes beyond the next election in 2025.
The Review Panel undertaking the work is comprised of Deputy Burford, Deputy Carl Meerveld (representing the States Assembly and Constitution Committee), Deputy Simon Fairclough, Advocate Chris Green and former SACC member Michelle Le Clerc.
A report with recommendations will follow the review process but will not impact the island’s next General Election in 2025.
The survey can be completed ONLINE and it closes on 14 July 2023.