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Election 2009: the choice is yours
By our Teaching Scotland journalist.
The election of registered teachers to a new Council to represent and further the work of GTC Scotland has reached its next phase. Nominees for the election categories have been received and we are now preparing for the ballot.
For key dates, details of the nominations, an introduction to the candidates and an explanation of the voting process, please visit www.gtcs.org.uk/election
You have a role
Your vote is important. Choosing the right candidate to represent your category on the next Council will have a significant impact on the teaching profession in Scotland
Voting process
A ballot paper will be sent out by post by 1 September to all teachers on the register relating to the voting category against their name on the register on 20 August.
This will be accompanied by a document containing details of all the candidates and their election statements in that particular category.
Please note: you MUST be in the correct category to vote in the election. You have until 20 August to ensure your category is correct. To change your category, send an email headed 'Election/Voting Category' to registration@gtcs.org.uk
The ballot paper will contain information on how to vote by post or online.
Voting by post
A pre-paid envelope will be enclosed for the return of the ballot paper by post to Electoral Reform Services, the Independent Scrutineer.
Ballot papers must be received by the Independent Scrutineer no later than noon on Friday 25 September 2009.
Voting online
- The ballot paper will:
- give the relevant website address where teachers can vote online
- contain a two-part security code number unique to the teacher to whom it has been sent. The teacher will require to enter both parts of the security code number in order to gain access to the voting page on the relevant website.
- The website will then give clear instructions on how to select the chosen candidates and submit the vote.
- The online voting service will be available 24 hours a day until noon on Friday 25 September 2009.
- The electronic votes are received by Electoral Reform Services.
Voting online can really make a difference!
You can help save precious resources by voting online. As a thank you for doing your bit to help the environment, GTC Scotland will donate 15p to charity for every online vote cast. For more details please visit www.gtcs.org.uk/election
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would like to knowthe GTCS view on this scenario. I agree with Steve its a last option!
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