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Government Requests Review of Political Party Spending Limits

The government has asked the Electoral Commission to review the spending limits for registered political parties and third-party campaigners at reserved elections. The review is to be completed by July 2027, with the Commission providing advice on whether the current limits remain appropriate.

Correspondence published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government details the request, which was made under the Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000. The Act allows the government to amend spending limits through secondary legislation, following recommendations from the Electoral Commission.

The published documents include a letter from the Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy to the Electoral Commission, dated 10 July 2026, and the Commission's response, dated 13 July 2026. These documents outline the process for the independent assessment of spending limits.

Letting agents and inventory clerks may wish to note this review, as changes to political party spending rules could influence future policy discussions and regulatory developments within the UK property sector.