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Voter Identification

Thursday 11 June 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Gagan Mohindra asked for assurances that new voter ID requirements would not discourage any eligible voter based on socio-economic status.
  • The minister responded that evidence from pilots indicates no impact on different demographic groups.
  • Work is ongoing with organizations representing potentially anxious groups to address concerns and encourage participation.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Gagan Mohindra Con Welling
Democracy & Elections
Context

The Government are committed to introducing voter ID to strengthen electoral system integrity. A pilot programme has been implemented and evidence shows no negative impact on different demographic groups.

Question

What assurances can be given that every eligible voter, irrespective of their socio-economic background, is encouraged to vote under the new identification requirements?

Answer from Chloe Smith

I can assure that the evidence from pilots shows no impact on different demographic groups. Turnout and participation have remained stable in Northern Ireland where such measures are implemented. Work is ongoing with organisations representing potentially anxious groups to resolve concerns and encourage registration.

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