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Fernando de Noronha is a Brazilian archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean, known for its tourism and environmental preservation. The 2026 general elections include presidential, gubernatorial, senatorial and legislative positions, as well as local elections such as the District Council.
The 64 poll workers who will work in the general elections on Sunday (4), in Fernando de Noronha, participated in training with professionals from the Regional Electoral Court (TRE) this Saturday (3). The preparation was carried out at Escola Arquipélago, where the ten electoral stations on the island operate.
In addition to choosing the president of the Republic, governor, senators and deputies, the residents of Noronha will elect the seven members of the District Council. The body performs functions similar to those of a City Council.
Voting in Fernando de Noronha will take place from 9am to 6pm. The time is different from that adopted in Brasília because the island is one hour ahead of the federal capital.
Professor Francisco de Assis Costa will also work as a poll worker for the first time. After the training, he believes he will not have any difficulties during voting.
"I found it easy. We had prior training on the application and, when we go into practice, it becomes much easier to understand. I believe it will be a smooth election", said Francisco.

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