Don’t miss out on chance to vote

The Electoral Commission and Scope are calling on disabled people to act now or risk losing their vote in May’s elections.

With the registration deadline of Wednesday 18 April fast approaching, the commission is encouraging those who have not yet registered to see website www.aboutmyvote.co.uk where they can print off a voter registration form.

Large print registration forms and information, as well as audio guides to voting, are available on this website. Helpline staff, on 0800 3 280 280, will also be on hand to answer any queries in the run-up to the elections.

People who cannot, or do not wish to, go to a polling station in person can also apply to vote by post or by proxy, where the voter nominates someone to vote on their behalf.

Samantha Mills, head of campaigns at the Electoral Commission, said: “We don’t want anyone to miss the opportunity to have their say at the elections so it’s important to register before the deadline of April 18. It only takes a few minutes and by doing so you will be able to have your say on the way local services are run. It’s your voice, don’t lose it.”