Elections and Voting

How to register to vote, where to vote, postal votes, political structure of the Council and election results.

First time voters guide

Selfies, disabilities, cats and doggies … voting throws up all sorts of questions and issues, but our step-by-step guide for first-timers lets you know exactly what to do

Postal votes

If you can't vote at a polling station, or you don't want to, find out what a postal vote is and how to apply for one.

Proxy votes

If you can't vote at a polling station, or you don't want to, find out what a proxy vote is and how to apply for one.

Voter ID

From May 2023 you need to show photo identification in polling stations. Find out how to make sure you have the right ID with you before coming to the polling station.

Voting

Find information on polling stations, postal votes and proxy votes.

My Vote My Voice

Help and advice about voting for people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

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