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    Purdah means that district council press office (or other officers) cannot promote its councillors (such as arranging photo shoots) as the leading party would gain an unfair advantage publicity wise. It does not mean that councillors cannot talk to press or have their photos taken.
    The rules are more stringent for broadcast media (TV and radio) although I am not entirely sure why. It is a complete misunderstanding to think that councillors are now banned from speaking on issues

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