Prilly residents unknowingly registered as PLR candidates

rts.ch (French)

Several Prilly residents unknowingly became candidates for the local council after signing a petition. At least five individuals were registered as PLR candidates without their explicit consent. The PLR party claims clear communication, stating they informed signatories it was for the communal council, not a parking petition. One signatory was elected despite not wanting to participate in politics. The incident highlights challenges in recruiting candidates and raises questions about informed consent in political registration processes. The elected individual faces a difficult decision regarding her mandate.


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