We have published the donations and loans returns from political parties for the quarter three financial period. New electoral registers published
The new electoral registers (or electoral rolls) have now been published. We do not hold copies of the registers which are maintained by local authorities. To find out how to contact your local authority and for more on registering to vote, visit out aboutmyvote website.
Appeal against Suffolk judicial review
The Court of Appeal has handed down its judgment on our appeal against the High Court decision on unitary local government proposals for Suffolk, handed down on 10 July. Read our statement on the judgement here.
Guidance on referendum questions
We are responsible for looking at proposed referendum questions to see if they are likely to be easily understood. We have updated our guidelines for referendum questions. For more information about referendums and assessing referendum questions, see the referendums page.
Donations investigation concluded
Our investigation into donations from 5th Avenue Partners Ltd to the Liberal Democrats has now concluded.
Read the statement and case summary (PDF)
Permissibility and reporting thresholds to increase
From 1 January 2010, the Government will increase the permissibility and reporting thresholds for donations and loans. Find out how the change affects regulated organisations and individuals on our guidance pages.
