Election silence before the referendum in Częstochowa. The fate of the city's mayor hangs in the balance

No agitation activities are allowed throughout Saturday and Sunday until the end of voting. The ban covers convening meetings, organizing marches and demonstrations, giving speeches, distributing leaflets and all other forms of agitation related to the referendum.

There are severe financial penalties for breaking the electoral silence.

Ban on publishing polls

During the electoral silence, no public opinion polls regarding the expected behavior of residents in the referendum or voting results may be published. This is an important element aimed at ensuring equal opportunities for all parties and a peaceful voting process.

Where and when can you vote?

Polling stations in Częstochowa will be open on Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The exception are separate districts, such as hospitals, social welfare homes, hospices or detention centers - where voting will start at 10:00.

The city was divided into 135 voting districts, including 126 permanent and 9 separate ones.

Who can take part in the referendum?

All adults who have the right to vote and permanently reside in Częstochowa have the right to vote. They will decide whether the current president and the city council will remain in their positions.

According to information provided by the Branch of the National Electoral Office in Częstochowa, the official results of the referendum should be known on Monday night or in the morning. It all depends on the efficiency of counting votes and transmitting data.