A Bill to require those on the electoral register to produce proof of identity at polling stations before voting; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
18 January 2017
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If enacted, this bill would require people on the electoral register to show proof of identity when voting at a polling station. It would define what counts as acceptable ID and set out how the ID check should be carried out, along with related rules for elections.
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23 Nov 2016
This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.
The Bill had its first reading on 23 November 2016 through the ten minutes rule procedure. The second reading was expected on Friday 20 January 2017 but was withdrawn.
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsoring Member Chris Green.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
