There’s still time to register to vote in this year’s elections being held in Exeter
People have until midnight on Friday 11 April to make sure they are on the electoral register.
Anyone not on the register cannot vote.
There will be elections for Devon County Council on Thursday 1 May. There will also be by-elections for two City Council wards – Mincinglake & Whipton and Topsham – following two City Councillors stepping down. These will also be held on 1 May.
Apart from the two by-elections, there are no other City Council elections this year, because the local authority holds its elections in ‘thirds’, meaning there are no elections every fourth year. It’s really simple to register, just go to the Gov.uk website at gov.uk/register-to-vote. Those who are unsure if they are already on the register can contact the City Council directly at electoral.services@exeter.gov.uk or by calling 01392 265141.
People will also need to make sure they have appropriate photo ID if they are voting in person at a polling station. For a full list of accepted ID, visit the Electoral Commission website at electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-elections/voter-id/accepted-forms-photo-id
Those who are unable or do not wish to vote at a polling station can opt for a postal vote. To do this, visit the Electoral Commission website at electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-elections/ways-vote/apply-vote-post
The deadline for postal vote applications is 5pm on Monday 14 April.
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