1991 Turks and Caicos Islands general election explained

General elections were held in the Turks and Caicos Islands on 3 April 1991.[1] The result was a victory for the opposition Progressive National Party (PNP), which won eight of the thirteen seats in the Legislative Council.[1] Following the elections, PNP leader Washington Misick became Chief Minister.

Electoral system

The thirteen members of the Legislative Council were elected from five multi-member constituencies with two or three seats.[1]

Campaign

A total of 26 candidates contested the elections, with the PNP and People's Democratic Movement all running full slates of 13 candidates.[1]

Notes and References

  1. http://www.caribbeanelections.com/tc/elections/tc_results_1991.asp General Election Results - 3 April 1991