Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to reverse recent changes to the oversight of the Electoral Commission so as to guarantee its independence.

An independent regulator for elections is a cornerstone of a healthy functioning democracy. The Electoral Commission plays an important part in the UK’s democratic system, promoting public confidence in the democratic process and ensuring its integrity.

The Government is committed to strengthening our democracy and upholding the integrity of elections and will continue to review what interventions are necessary as part of this commitment.