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Written question asked by Cat Smith (Labour) on Monday, 3 September 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 September 2018. It was answered by Chloe Smith (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 September 2018 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Elections: Campaigns

Question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to the report, Digital campaigning, Increasing transparency for voters, published by the Electoral Commission in June 2018, what steps he is taking with the Electoral Commission to (a) improve controls on donations and loans to prevent foreign money being used in UK politics and (b) ensure the adequacy of (i) due diligence and (ii) risk assessments.

Answer

The Government is grateful to the Electoral Commission for its comprehensive report into Digital Campaigning. We are carefully reviewing it and will respond in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
169493
Session
2017-19
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Campaigns Digital technology Finance Elections
Link
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