Reforms introduced following the publication of the 2009 Report of the Reform of the House of Commons Committee, Rebuilding the House (‘the Wright Report’, so named after the Chair of the Committee, Tony Wright MP) included the election by the whole House for positions such as some select committee chairs and the Deputy Speakers.
The operation of these elections is governed by Standing Orders, however the practicalities around electioneering are not currently regulated, and there is often uncertainty about the types of voting system applied to each election, which varies depending on the position the House is electing.
This inquiry will look into the operation of these elections to positions within the House of Commons.
If you wish to contribute to the inquiry, please email the Committee at proccom@parliament.uk to discuss the Terms of Reference and how to submit written evidence.