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Proxy Voting

Asked by Tom HayesLabourMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 14 October 2024UIN 7128

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will make it her policy to allow people caring for a loved one with a medical emergency to be eligible to apply for an emergency proxy vote.

Answered by Alex Norris

Alongside work to deliver on our manifesto commitments, the Government is considering a range of policies and approaches to tackle the challenges in the current systems for electoral registration and conduct. This will include considering the current arrangements for proxy voting. If any changes are found to be necessary or appropriate, we will bring forward proposals for them in due course.

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