The Anonymous Registration (Northern Ireland) Order 2014
This Order establishes a scheme of anonymous registration for people for whom the publication of their name and address on the electoral register would pose a threat to safety. This may include victims of domestic violence, witnesses in certain criminal cases and other vulnerable people who may wish to vote but are afraid that certain individuals may use the electoral register to establish their whereabouts.
Lifecycle
Department
Made
28 Apr 2014
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In force
15 Sept 2014
Enabling power
Accordingly, Her Majesty, in exercise of the powers conferred on Her by section 84(1), (1A) and (3) of the Northern Ireland Act 1998and section 1 of the Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2006, is pleased, by and with the advice of Her Privy Council, to order as follows:
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