Bernard J. Durkan
Question:146 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he has perfected his plan for electronic voting. [12422/04]
View answerThursday, 29 April 2004
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On 30 October 2002 the Government decided to introduce electronic voting and counting for the 2004 European and local elections. Since then my Department has worked closely with returning officers to procure the necessary equipment and provide comprehensive training to all relevant staff on the electronic system.
My Department also commissioned a multi-media public awareness and information campaign to educate voters on the new system and demonstrate its user friendliness, security and reliability. Preparations continue on schedule for its use on 11 June.