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House of Commons · Petition P002666

Voter ID

26 May 2021

Presented 1 time by 1 MP

Democracy & Elections

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At a glance

This petition concerning voter id was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.

Issue summary

The petition addresses concerns about the British Government’s proposed legislation for voter ID, arguing that it is unnecessary given the rarity of voter fraud and could disproportionately suppress voting among lower-income, ethnic minority, and younger voters.

Action requested

The House of Commons urge the Government to dismiss any plans to implement legislation that enforces voter IDs.

Key facts

  • Current statistics show voter fraud is incredibly rare.
  • Voter ID requirements are described as a solution in search of a problem.
  • Legislation could suppress voting among lower-income, ethnic minority, and younger people.
  • The SNP has introduced votes for 16 and 17-year-olds, refugees, and foreign nationals with leave to remain.

Presentation timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

  1. Presented 26 May 2021

    David Linden SNP Glasgow East

    I am grateful for the opportunity to present this petition. Several of my constituents have recently been in contact about their concerns about the British Government’s proposed legislation for voter ID. I therefore rise to present this petition on behalf of my Glasgow East constituents who wish to see the Government abandon plans to introduce voter ID. The petition states:

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