Georgia, Tbilisi, Oct.1, Trend, N.Kirtskhalia /
Voter turnout in the parliamentary elections in Georgia was 45.5 per cent as of 15:00, the Georgian Central Election Commission spokesperson Eka Azarashvili said at a special press briefing today.
Voters actively voted in Ambrolauri, Racha-Lechkhumi district. The lowest activity was observed in Tsalka (Kvemo Kartli). The most active areas are Mtatsminda and Didube in Tbilisi.
Parliamentary elections are being held in Georgia. Around 14 parties and two political blocs are taking part in the elections. Parliament will receive more authority in 2013 after amendments to the Constitution take force resulting in the president's power being reduced. The elections will be declared valid if the number of voters reaches one-third.