Running electoral registration - Scotland

Proxy voting

This section contains guidance on proxy voting. It covers the range of proxy vote options for electors, and eligibility and application requirements for proxy voting, including the attestation process in support of an application where required.

It also includes guidance on processing proxy vote applications, including the exceptions and attestation processes used to verify an elector’s ID if required, information about how an elector can cancel or amend their proxy voting arrangements, and the ongoing requirements to maintain the lists of proxy voters.

Last updated: 12 December 2023