UK Government, the Law and Your Role
Who can stand for public office in the UK?
AAnyone who is aged 21 or over and is a current UK resident
BOnly those who have been resident in the UK for at least 10 years
CUK, Irish Republic and Commonwealth citizens aged 18 or over ✓
DOnly those who currently hold a valid British or EU passport
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is UK, Irish Republic and Commonwealth citizens aged 18 or over.
Most citizens of the UK, the Irish Republic or the Commonwealth aged 18 or over can stand for public office. There are some exceptions including members of the armed forces and civil servants.
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