The Commission provides a platform for dialogue among registered political parties through the Political Party Liaison Committees (PPLC) established at national and district levels. At District level, it is composed of a District Chairperson or representative from each Political Party registered with the Registrar of Societies and District Electoral Staff (i.e. District Electoral Officer, Deputy Council Secretary, Legal Officer, Treasurer and Director of Administration).
Meetings are held regularly to engage political parties on the electoral process in preparation for the conduct of an electoral activity. During these meetings, the Commission provides political parties with updates on the electoral process.
This forum provides an opportunity for political parties to air their concerns and helps in promoting confidence in the electoral process.
The terms of reference are stipulated below.
- To be a forum for consultation and co-operation between the Commission and registered political parties on all electoral matters.
- To promote harmony, trust and confidence among stakeholders in the electoral process.
- To enhance members’ understanding of the role of the Electoral Commission and the political parties in the process.
- To share knowledge, skills and strategies of participation in the electoral process and acknowledgement of dissenting views.