Democracy, voting and elections

Voting and elections

• Register to vote, and find out about the electoral register.
• How to stand for election
• Apply for a postal vote
• Information about how, where and when to cast your vote
• Find out which ward you are in
• About my vote - find out more about elections across the UK.
• Polling District and Polling Places Consultation review outcomes

Your representatives

Locally, your area is represented by councillors. Some areas also have a parish council.

Nationally, you have an MP. To represent you in Europe there are MEPs. You can find out more about your MP and MEPs here.

Association of electoral administrators - for help, advice, news and guidance for those wanting more detailed electoral administration information.

Electoral Commission - for latest national news.