Written question asked by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Wednesday, 13 May 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 28 May 2020. It was answered by Lord True (Conservative) on Thursday, 28 May 2020 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.
UK Membership of EU: Referendums
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the investigation into Vote Leave and BeLeave as to whether those organisations broke spending rules during the EU referendum being dropped by the Metropolitan Police, what plans they have to review the work of the Electoral Commission; and what plans, if any, they have to abolish that organisation.
- Answer
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The Government notes the recent conclusion of the Metropolitan Police to end its investigation into BeLeave and Vote Leave. Organisations on both sides of the 2016 referendum were investigated. A line should now be drawn under these cases.
The Government’s clear view is that democratic decisions and referendum results should be respected. The UK has left the European Union and is regaining its independence.
The Government is committed to strengthening electoral integrity.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL4383
- Session
- 2019-21
- Subjects
- Expenditure Electoral Commission Referendums Metropolitan Police UK membership of EU Reviews Election offences
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