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Inquiry into the 2013 local elections |
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17 October 2013
Media statement
Justice and Electoral Committee
Inquiry into the 2013 local elections
The Justice and Electoral Committee today resolved to initiate an inquiry into the 2013 local elections.
The committee may make further public announcements once it confirms its terms of reference and determines a closing date for any call for public submissions.
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