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Written Question
Representation of the People (Equal Franchise) Act 1928: Anniversaries
Monday 16th February 2026

Asked by: Tony Vaughan (Labour - Folkestone and Hythe)

Question to the Cabinet Office:

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what commemorations are being planned to mark the 100th anniversary of the passing of the Representation of the People Act 1928.

Answered by Seema Malhotra - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)

We are very much aware of this significant milestone and the opportunity it represents; both for celebrating women being granted equal voting rights, and inspiring women and girls to get involved in politics.

We are working with other Departments and with women’s organisations to determine the best ways to mark the occasion.


Written Question
Government Departments: Procurement
Friday 24th January 2025

Asked by: Tony Vaughan (Labour - Folkestone and Hythe)

Question to the Cabinet Office:

What steps he is taking to ensure that Government procurement practices help to promote ethical supply chains.

Answered by Georgia Gould - Minister of State (Education)

The Government expects the highest standards of conduct throughout public sector supply chains.

The Procurement Act will strengthen the grounds on which unethical suppliers can be excluded and introduce a new debarment list.