Briefings

The Electoral Reform Society's research team produces in-depth submissions for consultations and inquiries, legislative briefings for specific bills, and general background briefings on our main areas of expertise.

Briefing on the 2022 Elections Bill – Report stage

Download as PDF (284.3KB pdf) Introduction The Elections Bill is a significant piece of legislation which, in some areas, will make considerable controversial changes to the conduct and administration of our elections. Despite its stated ambitions,...

Posted 12 Jan 2022

ERS Legislative Briefing

Briefing on the 2022 Elections Bill – Second Reading

Download as PDF (173.6KB pdf) The Elections Bill is a significant piece of legislation with far-reaching consequences for the way our elections are held. It should be given time for thorough parliamentary scrutiny. There is a clear...

Posted 06 Sep 2021

ERS Legislative Briefing

Briefing on Mandatory Voter ID at the Polling Station

The Electoral Reform Society wrote this briefing to provide background information on voter ID. More on this issue Our work on voter ID More briefings on this topic Download this briefing as PDF (306.9KB pdf)...

Posted 02 Jul 2021

ERS Background Briefing