Policy paper

Representation of the People Bill: Policy summaries

These policy summaries provide more information about the Representation of the People Bill, which was introduced in the House of Commons on 12 February 2026.

• From: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
• Published: 12 February 2026

Documents

Votes at 16

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Improving voter registration

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Voter identification

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Political finance

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Electoral Commission

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Imprints

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Harassment and intimidation

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Nominations

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Postal and proxy voting

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Elections funding

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Anonymous electors

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Registration changes

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Northern Ireland

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Details

The policy summaries provide more information about the measures in the Representation of the People Bill, what they mean in practice, why they are needed, and what impact they will have.

Published 12 February 2026