House of Commons · General Debate
19 May 2020 · 4 other contributors
Opened by Peter Bone Con Wellingborough
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Peter Bone raised concerns about electoral commission committee in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
Key points
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.
Opened the debate
Asked about recent assessments made by the Committee regarding the effectiveness of the Electoral Commission, emphasising criticisms over investigations against leave campaigners and suggesting a review by the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee.
Responded to inquiries about the committee's work on the Electoral Commission’s main supply estimates, boundary reviews impacted by COVID-19, and improving transparency in digital election campaigning.
Expressed dissatisfaction with the Electoral Commission’s actions against leave campaigners during Brexit referendum and suggested a review of its activities.
Asked about the impact of COVID-19 on boundary reviews in England and whether the commission has been able to coordinate work with other Boundary Commissions.
Inquired about recent discussions between the Committee and Commission regarding improving transparency in digital election campaigning, particularly after criticisms were made against the Electoral Commission's actions.