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Voter ID
P002680 - 20 July 2021
Presentations: 1
Presenters: 1
At a Glance
This petition concerning voter id was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.
Issue Summary
The petition addresses concerns over proposed voter ID requirements, arguing that such legislation is unnecessary due to the rarity of voter fraud and could disproportionately affect lower-income, ethnic minority, and younger voters.
Action Requested
The House of Commons should urge the Government to dismiss any plans to implement legislation enforcing voter IDs.
Key Facts
- Voter fraud statistics show it is incredibly rare.
- Photographic voter IDs only prevent impersonation, which is even more rare each year.
- Implementation could suppress voting among lower-income, ethnic minority, and younger people.
- The SNP Government in Holyrood focuses on extending the franchise and encouraging turnout.
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
Presented
20 July 2021
Patricia Gibson
SNP
North Ayrshire and Arran
I rise to present a petition, which states:
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