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Electoral Commission Committee
15 October 2020
Lead MP
Kevin Brennan
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
TaxationDemocracy & Elections
Other Contributors: 2
At a Glance
Kevin Brennan raised concerns about electoral commission committee in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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
Welcomes Owen Thompson to his place and encourages him to resist calls from Conservative Members to abolish the Electoral Commission, emphasising the importance of an independent electoral commission in maintaining a democratic system that commands trust and confidence.
Kevin Brennan
Lab
Cardiff West
Highlights the significance of having an independent electoral commission, encourages the new chair to be someone without political affiliations or history of donations to political parties.
Reiterates the importance of the Electoral Commission’s independence established by statute and its accountability to Parliament through the Speaker's Committee. Emphasises that the commission works across the four nations of the UK, collaborating with Parliaments and campaigners.
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