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The Scottish Parliament (Elections etc.) (Amendment) Order 2008
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2.—(1) In article 3(1) (interpretation) after the definition of “the 2006 Act” insert–
““absent voter” means an elector who is entitled to vote by proxy or an elector or proxy who is entitled to vote by post;”.
(2) In paragraph 1 of Schedule 4 remove the “and” preceding the definition of “spoilt ballot paper” and after that definition insert–
“and “valid postal voting statement” means a postal voting statement which, in accordance with paragraph 20 or 20A(1), the constituency returning officer is satisfied has been duly completed.”.
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Paragraph 20A is inserted by article 16 of this Order.
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