The Senedd Cymru (Representation of the People) (Amendment) Order 2021

Approved by Senedd Cymru

Madeat 4.13 p.m. on 17 March 2021

Laid before Senedd Cymruat 5.55 p.m. on 17 March 2021

Coming into force18th March 2021

The Welsh Ministers make this Order in exercise of the powers conferred on them by sections 13(1) and (2) and 157(2)(c) of the Government of Wales Act 20061 as extended by section 26(3) of the Welsh Language Act 19932.

In accordance with section 12(3) of the Welsh Elections (Coronavirus) Act 20213, this instrument has been laid before and approved by a resolution of Senedd Cymru within 28 days of it being made.

In accordance with section 7(1) and (2)(f) of the Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 20004, the Welsh Ministers have consulted with the Electoral Commission prior to it being made.