Polling Stations: Tower Hamlets

(asked on 12th October 2026) - View Source

Question

To ask the Right hon. Member for Kenilworth and Southam, representing the Speaker's Committee on the Electoral Commission, whether the Commission has made an assessment of levels of harassment and undue pressure of voters outside polling stations in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets in the May 2026 local elections.


Answered by
Jeremy Wright Portrait
Jeremy Wright
This question was answered on 20th October 2026

The Commission is concerned about any harassment of voters, and works with partners including the police to assess any allegations. It sets clear expectations about campaigner behaviour outside polling station through the code of conduct for campaigners.

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