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Asked by Lewis CockingConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 3 September 2025UIN 69630

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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to her Department's policy paper entitled Restoring trust in our democracy: Our strategy for modern and secure elections, published on 17 July 2025, whether the co

Answered by Alex Norris

As set out in our strategy, we will work with the Speaker’s Conference and the Electoral Commission to consult with political parties to develop a code of conduct which is fit for purpose. This code will be non-statutory.

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