Voter ID requirements at polling stations

Early day motion 30, tabled 16 October 2019 by Faisal Rashid (Labour). Signed by 71 members.

That this House expresses deep concern at the Government’s announced plans to prevent people from voting unless they can provide photographic identification at the next election; notes that of the 44.6 million votes cast in 2017, there were just 28 allegations of in-person voter fraud and one conviction; recognises that some 11 million citizens do not possess a passport or driving licence and that people aged between 17 and 30 and black and minority groups are 15 per cent less likely to own driving licences; expresses concern that this policy will introduce widespread voter dropout among vulnerable and disadvantaged groups if rolled out; and calls on the Government to urgently review its proposals.

Signatures by party: Labour 45, Scottish National Party 10, Labour/Co-operative 7, Liberal Democrat 3, Plaid Cymru 3, Independent 2, Green 1.