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    About us

    We’re the independent body which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. We work to promote public confidence in the democratic process and ensure its integrity.

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    Our guidance

    We provide guidance about the process of running elections, standing as a candidate, and campaigning at an election.

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    Voting and elections

    Find out everything you need to know about voting and elections, including information about upcoming elections in your area.

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    Research, reports and data

    Part of our role includes conducting research and gathering data, and publishing reports and making recommendations about elections that take place across the UK.

    • Our reports and data on past elections and referendums
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    • Modernising voting: flexible voting feasibility studies
    • Young people’s views on politics and voting
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    Political registration and regulation

    We are responsible for registering political parties, publishing political finance data, and taking action if we have reason to suspect political finance law has been broken.

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    News and views

    Get the latest news from us, and read media handbooks for elections. We also hold consultations, and publish our responses to consultations from others.

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    Use our resources to share information about voting and democracy. Take a look at our resources for young people. Download lesson plans and activities for use in the classroom or youth groups. Share our assets and get the message out.

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