Fixed-term Elections Consultation Underway
Source: Tasmania. Premier. Media Release.
"Acting Premier Lara Giddings said consultation was underway with members of the Tasmanian Parliament to inform the drafting of legislation to provide fixed-term elections. Ms Giddings said all members of Parliament were being invited to comment on draft amendments to the Constitution Act 1934 and the Electoral Act 2004 and issues such as the appropriate term and date, and circumstances for early elections and postponements. “Following this consultation, a draft bill and report about the outcome of the consultation will be submitted to Cabinet for further consideration,” Ms Giddings said. Ms Giddings said the Government was committed to holding the next election on 20 March 2010. “Changing the relevant part of the Constitution requires support from two-thirds of the House of Assembly so we are consulting with the other Parties to ensure the best outcome for Tasmanians."