Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica has emphasized the importance of voter registration in the ongoing electoral reform process, urging all eligible citizens to confirm their registration. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Skerrit addressed concerns about misinformation campaigns by opposition groups and reiterated the independence of the Electoral Commission in managing the process. The Registration of Electors Act 2025, a cornerstone of electoral modernization, mandates that all registered voters confirm their registration by October 14, 2026. Over 4,000 voters have already completed this process in the first month. Skerrit encouraged citizens, both domestic and abroad, to visit enrollment centers to ensure their names remain on the voters list. He also clarified that the Electoral Commission, as an independent body, is solely responsible for overseeing voter registration and confirmation. Skerrit expressed disappointment with the Commission’s recent decision to remove alternative identification methods, such as affidavits of identity, which he argued disadvantages elderly and low-income voters. He called for the Commission to revisit this decision to ensure broader participation. Additionally, Skerrit criticized the suspension of new voter registrations, citing the Commission’s prior experience with technology-enabled systems. He also condemned misinformation spread by opposition leaders, particularly Dr. Thomson-Fontaine of the United Workers’ Party, accusing him of making false claims to confuse voters. Skerrit urged political leaders to uphold the integrity of Dominica’s electoral process, emphasizing that every vote matters in maintaining the country’s democracy.
PM Skerrit weighs in on suspension of voter confirmation; alleges opposition is attempting to confuse voters
