Elections (Proportional Representation) Bill

Key Points

• Introduces proportional representation for UK parliamentary elections and English local government elections.
• Applies to elections in England; the changes would not automatically apply to Scotland or Wales without separate action.
• Seats would be allocated under a proportional system to better match vote shares with seats.
• Includes connected provisions to enable and support the new voting method.
• Would require changes to electoral law and how elections are administered, with implications for parties, candidates and voters.

Progress

Currently at the House of Commons second reading; the bill would proceed to committee stage if it advances, before moving on to the Lords.