Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has rejected claims that Parliament approved electoral reform legislation while the Electoral Commission was not ready to implement its provisions, describing the assertion as false and politically motivated.
In a statement, Skerrit said the suggestion that legislators acted with full knowledge of the Commission's lack of readiness does not reflect the facts and has not undermined the country's democratic process.
The Prime Minister's comments come amid ongoing public debate over the pace of electoral reform in Dominica, a matter that has drawn attention from regional and international observers in recent years.
Skerrit maintained that the government remains committed to strengthening the electoral system and that any delays in implementation are administrative rather than a sign of bad faith.
He said the reform process is complex and requires careful preparation by the Electoral Commission, which must be properly equipped before new measures can take effect.
The Prime Minister also stressed that the integrity of Dominica's elections has not been compromised, pointing to the country's record of peaceful transfers of power and its participation in regional democratic institutions.
Opposition figures and civil society groups have previously called for faster action on electoral reform, including updates to the voters' list and improvements to the voting process.
Skerrit's statement appears aimed at reassuring the public that the government is not stalling and that the reforms will be implemented once the Commission is ready.
The matter is expected to remain on the political agenda as Dominica prepares for future electoral cycles and continues to engage with its CARICOM partners on governance standards.
