The issue focused on the running of what is called a 'ballot box' that allows voters to mark their ballot at an electronic machine.

In some cases, computer systems have been found to be giving extra votes to well-known names and leaving other people with only one vote.

It was also alleged in the report that officers were told not to ask about political affiliations or individual voting history.

This could lead to significant problems for those who are asked to provide information.

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