Should we really be having elections now?

With a proposed Parliamentary bill for special COVID-19 electoral provisions, plentiful hints by the government, and a looming constitutional deadline, it appears that the #GeneralElections may be called soon. Despite concerns of heightened exposure for the period of the COVID-19 crisis, the Prime Minister has cited the need for a strong mandate amidst uncertainty of how long the crisis will last. CAPE provides 4 reasons why holding elections during the crisis may not be the wisest choice.