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Voter

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On polling day:

only vote at the polling station if you’re feeling well
wear a face covering
bring your own pen or pencil

Find out about the safety measures that will be in place at the polling station, or read about how to vote in person.

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Voting and COVID-19

There are elections on 6 May. Find out about the precautions that will be in place when you go to vote at your polling station.

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Voting in person

Voting in person on polling day? Learn more about what to expect when you go to the polling station.

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How to vote by proxy

If you've already applied to vote by proxy, find out about the process and what your proxy will need to do on polling day.

Relevant location England Overseas Scotland Wales

Get ready to vote

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Register to vote

All you need to register to vote is 5 minutes and your National Insurance number.

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Apply to vote by post

Can't get to the polling station on polling day? Apply to vote by post by downloading and completing the application form.

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Which elections you can vote in

Learn more about which elections you can vote in.

Relevant location Northern Ireland

Check if you can register to vote

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Ways to vote

Who can vote

How elections work

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