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Government response to Electoral Commission and Association of Electoral Administrators reports

28 September 2020

Proposing MP
Chloe Smith Con
Norwich North
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The UK government responds to reports by the Electoral Commission and the Association of Electoral Administrators on the administration of recent elections.

Action Requested

The Government will continue working with electoral organisations to improve the electoral system, ensuring its integrity and security. Copies of these responses have been placed in both Houses' libraries.

Key Facts

  • The reports cover the December 2019 UK Parliamentary General Election and May 2019 European Parliamentary (and Local) Elections.
  • People were very satisfied with the process of registering to vote and voting at the 2019 UK General Election, similar to recent UK-wide elections or referendums.
  • Copies of these Government responses will be placed in both Houses' libraries.
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