Who can apply for a proxy vote?

If you are registered to vote then you can apply for a proxy vote. This is when someone you trust votes on your behalf, because you are unable to. When you apply for a proxy vote you must provide a reason. You can apply for a proxy vote if:

• You are unable to go to the polling station because, for example, you are away on holiday
• You have a physical condition that means you cannot go to the polling station
• Your employment means that you cannot go to the polling station
• Your attendance on an educational course means that you cannot go to the polling station
• You are a British citizen living overseas
• You are a crown servant or a member of Her Majesty’s Armed Forces

How do I apply for a Proxy Vote?

How to vote: Voting by proxy – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Your identity will be verified during the application process. You will be asked to provide your date of birth and National Insurance Number as part of the proxy vote application.

The requirements for proxy voting are more stringent for those wishing to appoint a proxy for more than one election, for example, if you are blind, seriously ill, disabled or your work/educational course regularly takes you away from home. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact the Electoral Registration Office on 01277 312708.

Emergency and Permanent Proxy Votes

The legislation also makes provision for emergency proxy votes to be issued in certain special circumstances. If you think this may apply to you, please contact the Electoral Registration Office on 01277 312708 for further information.

Visit yourvotematters.co.uk/how-do-i-vote/voting-by-proxy for more information.