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Elections (Accessibility for Blind Voters) Bill

Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)

Originated in the House of Commons, Session 2024-26

Last updated: 1 May 2026 at 12:26

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Long title

A Bill to require the provision of audio and tactile measures at polling stations for the purpose of enabling blind voters to vote independently and in secret; to require the Secretary of State to take steps to identify, develop and implement new accessible voting solutions for blind voters; to require the Secretary of State to undertake a review of the arrangements for postal voting in respect of accessibility for blind voters and to implement any recommendations of that review; and for connected purposes;

Sponsor

Ms Julie Minns
Labour
Carlisle

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