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Annual Canvass FAQ's

Q: It is now after 9 September and I have not received a form what should I do?

Q: I have recently registered do I still need to fill in this form?

Q: Do I have to wait until 15 October before I return the form?

Q: Is this a bit like collecting information for the Census?

Q: The form sent to my address has the names of people who do not live here on it what do I do?

Q: The information on the form is correct and no changes are needed what do I do?

Q: I am a citizen of a European or Commonwealth country do I still need to be registered?

Q: I will be moving house before 15 October do I still need to send back the form?

Q: I will be moving house after 15 October do I still need to send back the form?

Q: I don't think anyone in our house is eligible to register do I still need to send the form back?

Q: Why do I have to identify people over 70 years old on the form?

Q: My 16/17 year old is not old enough to vote why do I put them on the form?

Q: I am concerned that by putting my personal details in the register my details will be sold on or used for other purposes, what should I do?

Q: I want to apply for a postal vote what should I do?

Q: I want to apply for someone to act as my proxy what should I do?

Q: I am currently serving in the armed forces how should I register?

Q: I am currently living overseas but still want to be registered to vote?

Q: Can I still register to vote although I am working overseas?

Q: I am a student should I register for where I live during term time or where I live during the holidays?

Answer: Students are able to register twice if they spend an equal amount of time at both addresses. Both at their parents home and at their term time address (such as a university residence, or shared house).

Q: Should I include tourists or guests living in my home on the form?