PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Voting Methods (18 March 2015)
Question Asked
To ask the Deputy Prime Minister, what the Government's policy is on online voting.
Asked by:
Sir Nicholas Dakin (Labour)
Asked by:
Sir Nicholas Dakin (Labour)
Answer
The Government is open to all ideas to improve our democratic system. However, online voting has been piloted in various countries, including the UK, and concerns have been raised concerning integrity, security and cost. Therefore, whilst online voting may be something for the Government to consider in the future, it has not been a priority in the Government’s programme.
Answered by:
Mr Sam Gyimah (Liberal Democrat)
24 March 2015
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