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Electoral Commission Committee
04 March 2021
Lead MP
Virendra Sharma
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Democracy & Elections
Other Contributors: 2
At a Glance
Virendra Sharma raised concerns about electoral commission committee in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Sharma inquired about the steps being taken by the Electoral Commission to enhance voter registration among BAME communities, highlighting the need for targeted campaigns and measures to ensure that all eligible individuals are aware of their right to vote. He also questioned the role of the Electoral Commission in safeguarding against malign influences such as fake news and online trolls.
Virendra Sharma
Lab
Ealing Southall
Sharma raised concerns about low voter registration rates among BAME individuals, emphasising the need for the Electoral Commission to address this disparity through targeted campaigns. He further inquired into the commission's efforts to combat disinformation and malign influence in elections.
Chris Matheson
Con
Congleton
Matheson responded by detailing the Electoral Commission’s focus on voter registration, targeting under-registered groups including BAME communities. He also highlighted work being done to ensure online imprints identify those posting fake news and trolling, addressing Sharma's concerns about malign influences in elections.
Government Response
The minister detailed the Electoral Commission’s efforts on voter registration campaigns targeting BAME communities. He also addressed disinformation, mentioning work to identify and hold accountable those responsible for online trolling and fake news.
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