Controversial Voting Changes Stir Debate Ahead of UK General Election

New rules include expanded postal voting, voter ID requirements, and overseas voter eligibility, sparking questions about electoral integrity and inclusivity.

• Postal voting on demand raises concerns about potential influence and fraud.
• Nearly 100,000 overseas Brits registered to vote after franchise extension.
• Non-British UK residents remain excluded from voting despite long-term residency.
• Voter ID requirement implemented for the first time in a national election.
• Advocacy groups highlight millions missing from the electoral roll due to lack of automatic registration.

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