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BREAKING: Graham Simpson MSP's amendments to ban dual mandates were backed unanimously by the Scottish Parliament today 👏👏👏 Regulations are set to be introduced in 2025 followed by consultation ahead of a ban in time for the 2026 Holyrood elections 🗳️
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Graham Simpson's amendments to prevent MPs (and Peers) holding dual mandates as MSP passed unanimously today. Effect is not instantaneous, as they require government to make regulations, but that means Holyrood will be aligned with the Senedd and Stormont on this front.
I am absolutely delighted that my bid to ban double jobbing was backed unanimously by the Scottish Parliament today.
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I am absolutely delighted that my bid to ban double jobbing was backed unanimously by the Scottish Parliament today.
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A vote on dual mandates is happening in the Scottish Parliament next week: ❎ The Scottish Government is supportive of a ban. ✍️ A public consultation will be launched in January 2025. 🗳️ The ban is set to be in place by the 2026 elections An end to double jobbing is in sight.
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A vote on dual mandates is happening in the Scottish Parliament next week: ❎ The Scottish Government is supportive of a ban. ✍️ A public consultation will be launched in January 2025. 🗳️ The ban is set to be in place by the 2026 elections An end to double jobbing is in sight.
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A ban on MSPs also being able to serve as MPs has moved one step closer thanks to a retabled amendment to the Scottish Elections (Representation and Reform) Bill 👇 upgradeholyrood.com/2024/11/…

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Reforming the UK’s electoral system isn’t just about fairness – it’s about rebuilding public trust in the keystone of our democracy, the voting system. A national commission on electoral reform, with citizens at its heart, offers a practical path forward. buff.ly/3VbSCnB

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