Guernsey general election date shifted to boost turnout

At the last general election in 2012 only about 40% of those eligible to vote did so

Guernsey's general election will be shifted back a week next year to avoid clashing with the Easter school holidays.

Deputies backed Mark Dorey's amendment to move the date from 20 April to 27 April so more people are able to vote.

He said allowing time for people to get back from their holidays would increase the chances of a higher turnout.

At the last general election in 2012 only about 40% of those eligible to vote did so.