Helen Morgan calls on Lib Dems conference to scrap voter ID

The video discusses the aftermath of the mini-budget by Liz Truss and Quasi Quartang, focusing on the controversial voter ID scheme retained by Jeremy Hunt. The scheme, costing £120 million, is criticized for disenfranchising voters, particularly from disadvantaged groups, despite the rarity of voter fraud. The video highlights political opposition to the scheme and calls for its repeal, urging the government to use funds to improve lives and restore voting rights.

What was one of the main criticisms of the voter ID scheme introduced after the mini-budget?

• It was too inexpensive.

• It increased voter turnout significantly.

• It was unnecessary given the rarity of voter impersonation.

• It was supported by all political parties.

How did the voter ID requirements affect voter turnout according to the Electoral Commission?

• It had no effect on voter turnout.

• It only affected voters in urban areas.

• It increased voter turnout by 10%.

• It caused a significant number of people to not vote due to lack of ID.

Which group was disproportionately affected by the voter ID requirements?

• Middle-aged professionals

• Disadvantaged groups, including minorities and the unemployed

• Retired individuals

• University graduates

What was the stance of the Liberal Democrats regarding the voter ID legislation?

• They proposed a more expensive version of it.

• They were indifferent to it.

• They opposed it and took steps to challenge it.

• They fully supported it.

What action did the speaker urge the conference to take regarding the voter ID legislation?

• To propose a new legislation

• To support the legislation

• To ignore the legislation

• To call for its repeal and better allocation of funds