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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Labour to scrap government power over elections watchdog amid fears of abuse

The government will repeal Conservative powers that allowed ministers to control the Electoral Commission's strategy, preventing potential authoritarian abuse of the independent watchdog.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Politicians urge Labour to restore Electoral Commission independence

Restore Electoral Commission independence to prevent ministerial control over its priorities and safeguard electoral integrity.
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