on 26 september 2019 a general election of the island council was held. this followed the dissolution of the previous council on 01 september 2019, in accordance with the island government (ascension) ordinance 2008. seven candidates ran for five available councillor positions, with electors being permitted to cast up to five votes each. of 518 registered electors 150 electors cast 498 votes. the five successful councillors were sworn in on 26 september 2019.