Elections and Referendums (Advertising) Bill [HL]

Key Points

• Expands transparency requirements for election and referendum advertising, covering both online and offline material.
• Requires clearer disclosures about the funders and sponsors behind such advertising.
• Applies to political parties, campaign groups and others who create or pay for advertising material.
• Enhances enforcement provisions to help ensure compliance and penalties for breaches.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the Lords. If it progresses, it will move through committee stage and subsequent readings in the Lords before potentially moving to the Commons.