Key facts
- The Election Committee election is the second since Beijing overhauled Hong Kong's electoral system.
- The poll will select members who nominate and vote for the chief executive.
Nominations have closed for Hong Kong's Election Committee election, with the poll scheduled for November 22. This election is the second to take place since Beijing implemented changes to the city's electoral system, aiming to ensure that only 'patriots' hold power. The 1,500 members elected to the committee will be responsible for nominating and voting in the upcoming chief executive election.