NDM7894 - Opposition Debate

Tabled on 19/01/2022 | For debate on 26/01/2022

To propose that the Senedd:

1. Recognises the importance of ensuring that elections are fair and accessible for all voters.

2. Condemns the UK Government for introducing the Elections Bill which is set to bring in major changes to reserved elections, including the introduction of compulsory photographic identification to vote.

3. Supports the #HandsOffOurVote campaign that seeks to ensure that no legitimate voter is turned away from the ballot box.

4. Calls on the Welsh Government to oppose and raise concerns regarding the measures brought forward by the Elections Bill at every opportunity with the UK Government.

Amendments

NDM7894 - 1 | Tabled on 20/01/2022

Delete all after point 1 and replace with:

Welcomes the UK Government’s Elections Bill and its provisions to strengthen the integrity of elections across the United Kingdom.

Notes that the introduction of voter ID has been backed by the Electoral Commission and that the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe’s Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights has stated that its absence is a security risk.

Calls on the Welsh Government to work collaboratively with the UK Government to improve the integrity of all elections held in Wales.