WP253 - Spending Limits Public Research

In response to a request from Government, the Commission wishes to procure a research agency, via RM6126, to undertake qualitative research with members of the public on attitudes towards election and campaign spending. This project will seek to understand what the public know about campaign spending, what they think spending by political parties and campaigners should achieve, whether current rules and limits are viewed as appropriate, and how campaign spending regulation can contribute to trust and confidence in the democratic system. The findings will provide important voter perspectives to support the wider spending limits review and help ensure that any recommendations are informed by robust evidence alongside engagement with campaigners and other stakeholders.