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12/10/2016
Plans Announced For NI Voters To Be Able To Register Online
New plans are being established to allow Northern Ireland voters to be able to register online for elections.
The proposal's are contained in a joint consultation by the Northern Ireland Office (NIO) and the Electoral Office.
Northern Ireland minister Kris Hopkins said: "Digital registration will bring Northern Ireland into step with the rest of the UK and promises to make registering to vote more straightforward. This consultation will help to manage the transition whilst maintaining public confidence in how elections are managed.
"I have seen first-hand how councils can play an important role in the delivery of elections, maintaining a vital local link to the wider democratic process. I am pleased therefore that this consultation seeks views on giving them an enhanced role. I will be actively encouraging all our partners in Northern Ireland to take part in the coming weeks."
(CD/LM)
The proposal's are contained in a joint consultation by the Northern Ireland Office (NIO) and the Electoral Office.
Northern Ireland minister Kris Hopkins said: "Digital registration will bring Northern Ireland into step with the rest of the UK and promises to make registering to vote more straightforward. This consultation will help to manage the transition whilst maintaining public confidence in how elections are managed.
"I have seen first-hand how councils can play an important role in the delivery of elections, maintaining a vital local link to the wider democratic process. I am pleased therefore that this consultation seeks views on giving them an enhanced role. I will be actively encouraging all our partners in Northern Ireland to take part in the coming weeks."
(CD/LM)
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