Written question asked by Paul Holmes (Conservative) on Monday, 9 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 11 March 2026. It was answered by Jeremy Wright (Conservative) on Wednesday, 18 March 2026 on behalf of the Speaker's Committee on the Electoral Commission.
Polling Stations: Religious Buildings
- Question
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To ask the Right hon. Member for Kenilworth and Southam, representing the Speaker's Committee on the Electoral Commission, what guidance the Electoral Commission has issued to local authorities on the use of (a) churches, (b) synagogues and (c) mosques as polling stations.
- Answer
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Returning Officers are responsible for deciding where polling stations should be situated. The Commission provides guidance for Returning Officers on booking suitable polling stations. Returning Officers are often faced with limited options in selecting polling stations. The Commission’s guidance advises them to select a suitable venue based on size and accessibility.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 118900
- Session
- 2024-26
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- Subjects
- Electoral Commission Local government Polling stations Religious buildings
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