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Referendums (Franchise) Bill [HL]

A Bill to amend the franchise for referendums in the United Kingdom to include all citizens of 16 years of age and over.

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Progress through Parliament2 stages recorded

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1st reading

09 Jun 2015

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2nd reading

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HL Bill 36 2015-16 (as introduced)

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Liberal Democrat

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Typebill

Statusactive

Stage2nd reading

Stage date09 Jun 2015

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