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Commonwealth Observers Approve Of Referendum Vote
posted (May 9, 2019)
Everyone has accepted the outcome of yesterday's referendum - and there's no dispute about the final figures or what is the clear will of a majority of the voters. And today, the referendum outcome was given the stamp of approval by a team of Commonwealth Observers.

The team of observers is headed by former three term Prime Minister of Bahamas Hubert Ingraham. Today at a press conference right after the one held by the Prime Minister he delivered the group's interim statement. Here are the main conclusions:..,

Rt. Hon. Hubert Ingraham, Head of Commonwealth Observer Team
"The referendum held on 8th May. 2019 here in Belize was credible, transparent and inclusive. Belizeans who took part in the process had the opportunity to express their will and exercise their franchise. The referendum outcome reflects the view of the majority of Belizeans who voted. We wish to commend the returning and presiding officers and polling staff who displayed professionalism in discharging their duties."

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