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Section 297A Meaning of “voting”F1

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For the purposes of this Act, the number of persons voting in a ballot includes those who return ballot papers F2(whether by post or otherwise) or submit electronic voting forms that are spoiled or otherwise invalid.

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F1

S. 297A inserted (1.3.2017) by Trade Union Act 2016 (c. 15), s. 25(1), Sch. 4 para. 17; S.I. 2017/139, reg. 2(n)(ii)

F2

Words in s. 297A inserted (25.8.2026) by The Trade Unions (Permissible Means of Voting) and Employment Rights (Unfair Dismissal) (Amendment) Order 2026 (S.I. 2026/881), arts. 1(3), 8(2) (with art. 10)