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No it isn’t the same thing in my opinion. Providing ID to help resolve an anomaly or something is not the same as having to show ID by law.

That’s the spirit!

Nope. Democracy cannot be based on chance.

I didn’t have you down as such a quick learner, but I’ll keep my fingers crossed that you can make the grade for 2024!

It will be an examination. Everyone will have access to the exam, including kids who went to a comp. No one will be precluded. Numeracy will be tested so you might struggle; I advise starting your revision asap to avoid disappointment. Good luck!

My idea is to raise standards in the UK. Standards are pretty high here already. If it ain’t broke.......

It’s not correct. That’s some dodgy looking expat site; expat sites are usually the last place to go for information about a country imho. If you read the official government site you will see no mention of ID, just your polling card...

This is not true.

See the post 346 above.

Cost could make it prohibitive for some? What’s the price of a driving license or a passport these days?

I was watching the Hartlepool by-election and I repeatedly saw the same middle-aged gammon going into the polling centre.

It’s not about exclusion, my examination will be open to all. As I said, it’s about raising standards. Why would you be opposed to this? Who do we get to set the exam? Maybe The International Baccalaureate? I like them and their values and they’re respected worldwide. I’ve been thinking...

For me the greater concern is intelligence, and not ID. I’d only allow people who have a basic grasp of politics, demonstrated by passing a test, to be able to vote. I am sure everyone will support my initiative to raise the bar in politics and democracy.