(1)  Subject to section 232 , if the Commissioner receives two or more nominations made under section 227(1) , the vacant seat is to be filled by a recount.

(2)  A recount is to be conducted by the Commissioner –

(a) as soon as practicable after the close of nominations for that recount; and

(b) in accordance with Schedule 6 and any approved procedures.

(3)  As soon as practicable after completing a recount, the Commissioner is to –

(a) publicly declare the successful candidate to be duly elected as a Member of the Assembly to fill the vacant seat; and

(b) by notice signed by him or her, inform the Governor that the successful candidate has been elected.