PUTRAJAYA, Wed:Parliament was dissolved today, clearing the way for the country’s much-awaited 12th general election. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi ended weeks of intense speculation when he made the announcement at a press conference today at his office shortly after noon.
He said the Yang di-Pertuan Agong had consented to the dissolution, which is the first step in the process of getting 10.9 million registered voters to cast their ballots when polling is held as stipulated under Article 55 of the Federal Constitution.
According to the Federal Constitution, a general election must be held within 60 days of the dissolution of Parliament.
Election regulations stipulate that the earliest nominations can be held is four days after the dissolution of Parliament or a State Assembly, while the earliest polling dates are seven days after nomination.
According to the Federal Constitution, a general election must be held within 60 days of the dissolution of Parliament.
Election regulations stipulate that the earliest nominations can be held is four days after the dissolution of Parliament or a State Assembly, while the earliest polling dates are seven days after nomination.
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