Recall of Elected Representatives Bill

A Bill to permit voters to recall their elected representatives in specified circumstances; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

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The Recall of Elected Representatives Bill would allow voters to recall their elected representative before the end of their term in certain circumstances. It would set out how a recall could be triggered, how the recall process would run, and any safeguards to ensure fairness. The aim is to give voters a formal mechanism to hold their representatives to account between general elections.

Key Points

Creates a formal recall mechanism for elected representatives in defined circumstances.
Sets out the steps to start, run, and decide a recall petition.
Includes safeguards to protect fairness and prevent abuse.
Defines the scope and individuals to whom the recall applies, subject to the bill’s final form.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it will move on to committee stage for detailed examination and then to further readings in both Houses.

Who is affected?

Voters in constituencies whose representatives could be recalledElected representatives who could be recalledElectoral administrators and local authorities responsible for running recall processesPolitical parties and campaign groups involved in recall efforts

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Recall of Elected Representatives

1 Jan 1970

This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further,

The Bill had its first reading on 26 July 2010 through the Presentation Bill procedure.

If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsor Zac Goldsmith.

Documents (1)

Bill 67 2010-11 as introduced

BillCommons

15 Dec 2010

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.