UK wide, national and regional referendums
The Political Parties, Elections and Referendums
Act 2000 (PPERA) establishes a fixed legal framework for the
conduct of any referendum held in the UK. It covers referendums
such as that held in the North East for the proposed Regional
Assembly.
Other referendums
Referendums can be used by local councils to
test public opinion on local issues. Eden District Council has
never held a referendum of its own held under PPERA but it could do
so if it wished. It has used other methods of consultation such as
the Citizens Panel.
For further information:
- Contact: Elections Officer,
Elections and Democratic Services, Town Hall, Penrith CA11 7QF
- Telephone: (01768) 212253
- Email:
elections@eden.gov.uk
- Fax: (01768) 890470
