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Practice questionLife in the UK Test
Which of these people cannot stand for public office, such as becoming an MP?
Correct answer
A member of the armed forces
Why
Most citizens of the UK, Ireland or a Commonwealth country aged 18 or over can stand for public office. There are some exceptions, including members of the armed forces, civil servants and people found guilty of certain criminal offences.
Answer choices
- AA member of the armed forces
- BA British citizen aged 18 or over
- CA teacher
- DA woman