Nicosia, Cyprus. The chief returning officer said measures are in place to ensure vote secrecy during Sunday’s parliamentary elections. The elections office said safeguards guarantee voting confidentiality for all citizens, including detainees and prisoners.
Safeguards at polling stations
The elections office said both administrative and legislative safeguards ensure complete voting confidentiality. Voters must enter polling booths alone after receiving their ballots, and access and movement within polling stations will be monitored to prevent outside influence.
Ballot validity reminder
Authorities reminded voters to check that their ballot paper carries the official seal of the Republic, as unstamped ballots are invalid.
Assurance of anonymity
The announcement said that under no circumstances can voters’ identities or their electoral choices be traced after ballots are cast.
Will you check that your ballot paper carries the official seal before casting your vote?
