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Find out more about elections and referendums in the UK, including the general election, check who can vote in each election and how voting works.
There are different types of UK elections. The most common ones are:…
General elections (elections to the UK Parliament) usually take place…
Local government elections take place at least every 4 years. Not all…
There are 129 Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs). To vote in…
There are 90 Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in the Northern…
There are 60 Members of the Senedd (MSs). To vote in Senedd elections you…
Elected local mayors In some areas of England voters elect a mayor. Check…
There are 41 Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) in England and Wales…
A referendum is a vote on a single issue. You usually make one choice…
10 Downing Street is the official residence and the office of the British Prime Minister. The office helps the Prime Minister to establish and deliver the government’s overall strategy and policy priorities, and to communicate the government’s policies to Parliament,...
Details of the plans for delivering the government’s commitments on elections and registration.
Information for UK businesses on political, economic and security risks when trading overseas.
Documents relating to engagement between the UK government and the devolved administrations.
UK Government Investments (UKGI) is the government’s centre of expertise in corporate finance and corporate governance. UKGI works with HM Treasury and is supported by 1 public body .
The National Security Secretariat coordinates security and intelligence issues of strategic importance across government and supports the National Security Adviser and National Security Council. The Joint Intelligence Organisation produces independent all-source assessments on issues of national security and foreign policy...
News and announcements that demonstrate the UK government’s commitment to strengthening its ties with European partners.
The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. It supports peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. The British Council does this through its...
We provide support to the Leader of the House of Lords. The Leader of the House is appointed by the Prime Minister, is a member of Cabinet, and is responsible for the conduct of government business in the Lords. The...
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