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The Electoral Commission

The Electoral Commission is an independent body responsible for advising the government on the reform of electoral law. It works with the Boundary Committee to determine the boundaries of council wards and divisions; decides the procedures for all referendums held; ensures that all national and local elections are fully free and fair; regulates political parties, including maintaining a register of political parties, and the funding of political campaigns; and promotes public awareness of electoral systems in use in the United Kingdom.