Martin Ford 19 February 2024

Voter ID legal challenge launched

A legal challenge has been mounted against the Government over voter ID requirements for elections.

The Good Law Project campaign group launched proceedings on behalf of a trans woman referred to as Alice, who has been diagnosed with dyspraxia and dyslexia, and suffers from anxiety and depression.

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