Polling day ‘ran smoothly’ but there is ‘room to improve the experience for some’, according to the independent body which oversees elections. At the close of the polls last night, Vijay Rangarajan, chief executive of the Electoral Commission, said: ‘Overall, our initial assessment is that polling day ran smoothly and …
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Concerns have been raised over ‘unacceptable behaviour’ faced by officials during the General Election. Issues including the late delivery of postal votes led to a rise in abuse aimed at council officers, the Association of Electoral Administrators has reported. Source link
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As the nation heads to the polls in a generational UK election, thousands of voters have been left disenfranchised due to an issue with postal votes. Debate has followed as to where the blame lies Royal Mail has denied they prioritise delivering parcels ( Image: Getty Images) Royal Mail has …
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The Government is working with the Electoral Commission, returning officers and Royal Mail to help resolve the issues, No 10 said. Source link
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The postal service said it is working with local authorities 'to ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible' Source link
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Votes cast by troops serving overseas may not be counted for May’s elections, Labour claimed tonight. The ballots watchdog wrote to the Government last November suggesting a shake-up which would make it easier for soldiers posted abroad to exercise their democratic right. But Labour claimed ministers have failed to act …
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