Regulation of Political Opinion Polling Bill [HL]

A Bill to make provision for the regulation of political opinion polling in the United Kingdom; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Lords

Last Updated

13 May 2016

In Plain English

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The Regulation of Political Opinion Polling Bill aims to create a formal framework for political opinion polling in the United Kingdom and for connected purposes. It would set out rules for how polls are conducted and reported to improve accuracy and public understanding. The bill originated in the House of Lords and is currently at its Second Reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

The Bill’s purpose is to regulate political opinion polling in the UK and for connected purposes.
It originated in the House of Lords and is now before the House of Commons at the Second Reading.
Official documents accompanying the Bill include two Bill papers, two Amendment Papers, and one Briefing Paper.
If enacted, it would establish a regulatory framework for polling conduct and reporting (emphasising transparency and accountability).
The next steps involve Committee scrutiny and potential amendments as the Bill moves through Parliament.

Progress

The Bill is at the Second Reading in the House of Commons after originating in the Lords. It will then proceed to Committee for detailed examination and possible amendments.

Who is affected?

Pollsters and polling firmsResearchers and academics conducting pollsMedia organisations that publish poll resultsPolitical parties and campaign organisations that rely on pollingMembers of the public who participate in polls

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