# The Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 2006, Introduction: Introductory text

Extent: E+W

Representation of the People, england and wales
Made 12th December 2006
Laid before Parliament 12th December 2006
Coming into force in accordance with rule 1(2)
The Secretary of State makes the following Rules in exercise of the powers conferred upon him by section 36(2) of the Representation of the People Act 1983 .
In accordance with section 7(1) and (2)(d) of the Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000 he has consulted the Electoral Commission.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2006/3305/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/local-elections-parishes-and-communities-england-and-wales-rules-2006/introduction
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