Noes

The votes cast against a motion or question in a parliamentary division.

Also used as: No, no votes, votes against

Source / explainer: Read the UK Parliament explainer on divisions

Last reviewed: 3 August 2026

Noes are the votes cast against a motion, amendment or question in a parliamentary division. In official vote results, the Noes are counted against the Ayes to determine whether a proposal has been agreed to or defeated. The term appears frequently in division lists, bill votes and parliamentary reporting.

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