What you need to know
On referendum day, you will be asked to vote on three important national issues:
• Should the Cayman Islands develop cruise berthing infrastructure?
• Do you support the decriminalisation of the consumption and possession of small amounts of cannabis?
• Do you support the introduction of a National Lottery in the Islands?
What is a referendum?
A referendum is a public vote on a specific issue. Registered voters can answer “Yes” or “No” to the questions on the ballot paper.
• Binding vs. Non-Binding: This referendum will show public opinion, but the government will decide whether to act on the results.
• Elector: A person who is eligible to vote in the Cayman Islands.
• Polling Station: The place where you go to vote.
How to vote
1. Check if you are registered to vote. Only registered voters can take part in the referendum.
2. Go to your polling station on referendum day.
3. Mark your ballot paper: Place an ‘X’ in the box next to ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ for each question.
4. Put your ballot in the box and you’re done!
Important notes
• You can only vote once at your assigned polling station.
• If you make a mistake, ask for a new ballot paper.
• If you spoil your ballot, it will not be counted.
• Your vote is secret – no one will know how you voted.
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This referendum allows you to have your say on issues that could affect the future of the Cayman Islands. Whether you vote “Yes” or “No”, your voice matters.
