Electoral reform consultation
Results updated 1 Aug 2023
The results from the Scottish Government’s consultation on electoral reform have now been analysed and a report published. The analysis of the consultation responses was conducted by independent analysts, and has been published on the Scottish Government’s website.
The Scottish Government will issue a response to the consultation, setting out our plans for the next steps to be taken on electoral reform.
Published responses
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Overview
Overview
Our consultation on electoral reform considered possible improvements to electoral law. It set out a number of areas where the government identified issues requiring action, including candidacy, voting, and electoral administration.
The full consultation paper can be read here.
Analysis
The results from the Scottish Government’s consultation on electoral reform have now been analysed and a report published. The analysis of the consultation responses was conducted by independent analysts, and has been published on the Scottish Government’s website.
The Scottish Government will issue a response to the consultation, setting out our plans for the next steps to be taken on electoral reform.
Scottish Government response to the results of the consultation
The Scottish Government has published a response to the results and analysis of the electoral reform consultation. This response highlights some key themes which were raised in the consultation, and discusses next steps on the programme of electoral reform. The response has been published on the Scottish Government's website.
More Information
The below videos are also available to view throughout this consultation. You may find it easier to view them as you progress though the consultation, where they are visable alongside the questions which relate to each video.
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