Here’s some key things to know ahead of the UK General Election taking place on 4 July:

  • If you’re not already registered to vote, the deadline to register is midnight on Tuesday, 18 June. You only need to register once – not for every election. You’ll need to register again if you’ve changed your name, address or nationality
  • You can apply for a postal vote up until 5pm on Wednesday, 26 June. When you apply, you decide whether your postal vote is for a particular election, for a set period of time or for a maximum period of three years
  • You can apply for a proxy vote up until 5pm on Wednesday, 26 June
  • You must have an accepted form of photo ID in order to vote at a polling station. If you do not have this, you can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate by 5pm on Wednesday, 26 June

Visit our website for more information, including alternative ways to do any of the above if someone you know is unable to do so online.