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Enabling remote attendance and proxy voting at local authority meetings
This consultation seeks views on introducing remote attendance and proxy voting in local authority meetings in England.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
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This consultation seeks views on the detail and practical implications of allowing remote and hybrid attendance at local authority meetings.
It also tests views on the possible introduction of proxy voting for those occasions when an elected member, due to personal circumstances, may be unable to attend even remotely. For example, during maternity, paternity or adoption leave.
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