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February 24 – March 2, 2014

Opposition’s electoral activity fits acceptable frameworks set by authorities

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Opposition’s electoral activity fits acceptable frameworks set by authorities

On February 20th, the registration of local candidates concluded in Belarus. The competition within a constituency is 1.2 candidates per seat, which is similar to the 2010 local elections.

The authorities managed to keep the opposition’s activity within the set frameworks. By registering fewer opposition candidates, the authorities attempt to avoid politicising problems induced by reduced social benefits. During the campaigning stage, targeted repressions against the most active opposition candidates may be used. However, local authorities will not introduce excess restrictions on campaigning for most party leaders, because they rely on full control over the election commissions.

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