Election 2024

When will the next UK general election take place?

• 28 January

• 25 October

• 17 December

• 4 July

How many constituencies are there in the UK?

• 500

• 600

• 700

• 650

What system is used to elect MPs in the UK?

• Proportional Representation

• Single Transferable Vote

• First Past the Post

• Alternative Vote

Who becomes the Prime Minister after the election results are announced?

• The leader of the party with the most MPs

• The leader of the party with the second highest number of MPs

• The King

• The Speaker of the House

What happens if no party has a majority of MPs?

• A new election is called immediately

• The King appoints a Prime Minister

• A hung parliament occurs

• The Speaker of the House decides the Prime Minister

Who can vote in the UK general election?

• Only residents of the UK

• Only British citizens

• Anyone over 18 on the electoral register

• Anyone over 16

What is required to vote in person at a polling station?

• A birth certificate

• A utility bill

• A voter registration card

• A valid form of photo ID

When does the pre-election period, previously known as 'purdah', begin?

• When the King dissolves Parliament

• One month before the election

• When the Prime Minister announces the election date

• On the day of the election

How often are general elections held in the UK?

• Every 3 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 5 years

What must you do if you want to vote by post?

• Prove your identity when applying

• Submit a request to the King

• Register online

• Visit the polling station in advance