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Single Transferable. Votes. In this presentation, we will expand on the following points:. How the STV system works The countries and regions it is used in Why it is the paramount choice when it comes to choosing which voting system to use. What is STV?. A skilled method of voting.
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SingleTransferable Votes. In this presentation, we will expand on the following points: • How the STV system works • The countries and regions it is used in • Why it is the paramount choice when it comes to choosing which voting system to use
What is STV? A skilled method of voting successful applicant ? obtaining a quota been determined by a mathematical formula
simple + 1=19 200 11 = 18.182
How does the system work? reached or exceeded declared elected not enough candidates have been elected count continues… more votes than quota? surplus transferred to other candidates according to next preference on each voter’s ballot no one met the quota? eliminated
Why Choose STV? Women & minorities proportional representation fair more than one party within a party wasted votes are minimised
Where and how is the STV system used? Northern Ireland local European elections