Bill · started in the Commons
Parliamentary Elections (Optional Preferential Vote) Bill
A Bill to introduce the optional preferential voting system for Parliamentary elections; and for connected purposes.
In progress
Current stage: 1st reading (Commons)
The story so farThe Parliamentary Elections (Optional Preferential Vote) Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 11 July 2022 by Paul Maynard (Conservative). It is now at first reading in the House of Commons. First reading is the formal introduction, with no debate; the substantive debate comes at second reading.
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading Commons 11 Jul 2022
Source: the official bill page. Last updated 2 Nov 2023.