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Scottish Elections (Representation and Reform) Act 2025

Section 71 – Transitional provision: membership of the Electoral Management Board for Scotland

212.Section 71 makes transitional arrangements in relation to the status of EMB Board members (including the convener) at the point that the Act’s changes take effect. It ensures that Board members continue to hold office and are treated as if that person was appointed for the first time for a period of 5 years on the day that the amendments made.

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