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Candidates: Universal Credit

Asked by Graeme DownieLabourMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 18 November 2025UIN 89186

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps he is taking with Cabinet colleague to ensure people on Universal Credit have equal access to fundraising for the purpose of standing for election.

Answered by Samantha Dixon

People on universal credit are not disqualified from standing for elections. With regards to accessing fundraising for the purposes of standing for election, the Electoral Commission have published clear guidance on the rules around donations, which apply to all candidates.

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