# The Senedd Cymru (Representation of the People) Order 2025, Rule 25: Poll to be taken by ballot

Extent: E+W

(1) The votes at the poll must be given by ballot.
(2) The result must be ascertained after counting the votes given to each individual candidate or registered political party in each constituency.
(3) The candidates who, in accordance with sections 8 and 9 of the 2006 Act are returned as Senedd members, must be declared to have been elected.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/wsi/2025/864/schedule/5/rule/25 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/senedd-cymru-representation-of-the-people-order-2025/schedule-5/rule-25
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