The United Kingdom constitution – a mapping exercise
A briefing paper which "maps" (or summarises) the main elements of the United Kingdom's uncodified constitution.
This Research Paper sets out the model timetables for Parliamentary general elections and by-elections.
Election Timetables (576KB PDF)
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This paper was published in 2013. For more recent information, please see Library briefing CBP 10301, Election timetables. |
This Research Paper sets out the model timetables for Parliamentary general elections and by-elections. The Electoral Registration and Administration Act 2013 creates a 25 day timetable for general elections, with a timetable of up to 27 days for a by-election. A model local election timetable is also included. The Paper updates and replaces Research Paper 09/44 Election Timetables. Please note that the new timetables are not yet in force.
Election Timetables (576KB PDF)
A briefing paper which "maps" (or summarises) the main elements of the United Kingdom's uncodified constitution.
This list notes the number of by-elections by session since 1945-46 together with a list of the the successful candidates in by-elections since 2005.
Elections use many technical terms. This briefing gives a glossary of election related terms.