It encouraged the development of party organisation, as legally qualified agents were needed to defend the claims of party supporters and challenge the eligibility of those supporting opponents. The office of revising barrister was abolished in 1918 when the duties were entrusted to the electoral registration officer.
This led to the establishment of a more organized party framework, as legally certified agents were necessary to advocate for party supporters' interests and contest the eligibility of those backing opposing candidates. The role of revising barrister was phased out in 1918 when its responsibilities were reassigned to the electoral registration officer.