UK Government, the Law and Your Role
What is the Electoral Commission?
AA parliamentary select committee of MPs with responsibility for overseeing elections
BThe government department responsible for administering and organising postal votes
CAn independent body that regulates elections and political parties in the UK ✓
DThe government body solely responsible for counting and certifying all votes cast
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is An independent body that regulates elections and political parties in the UK.
The Electoral Commission is an independent body that regulates elections and referendums in the UK. It registers political parties and candidates and sets rules about spending on campaigns.
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