Public hearing: Elections during times of emergency

THE Parliament’s Electoral Matters Committee will hold a public hearing as part of its inquiry on the future conduct of elections operating during times of emergency situations.

As part of the inquiry, the Committee will examine the short and long term impacts of unexpected, rapidly developing external events that could substantially interrupt normal voting, election administration or campaigning, including contingency plans for an increased demand in alternative voting options.

Public hearing details:

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Time: 9am to 4.50pm AEDT
Location: Committee Room 2R1 and via teleconference

Information on the inquiry, including the terms of reference, may be found on the inquiry webpage.

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