Advertising and campaigning

The 2023 General Election was held on 14 October. Learn about what you were allowed to do during the election campaign, and the rules for parties and candidates.

Campaign rules for the 2023 General Election 

Get a summary of the main rules for advertising and campaigning in the 2023 General Election.

Campaign rules for the 2023 General Election

Election signs

If you want to put up election signs for the general election you need to be aware of the rules.

Election signs

Social media

During an election there are rules about what you can and can’t do on social media.

Social media

Rules once voting starts and on election day

Everyone must follow specific rules once advance voting starts, and on election day.

Rules once voting starts and on election day

Advice and complaints

Find out who to contact if you have a question or concern about an election or referendum advertisement.

Advice and complaints

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