Elections - electoral register

A record of everyone who lives within the boundaries of the local authority and who is eligible to vote at elections. This must be kept in two versions, full which includes all electors and edited which only includes those electors who have given permission for their details to be on the list. The edited version may be sold commercially.

All residents eligible to register to vote will have been given an opportunity to have their details included in the register of electors. The register is compiled in accordance with a statutory timetable.

Each autumn, a full canvass of the register is undertaken, and throughout the remainder of the year, eligible residents may apply for their details to be included.

Prior to an election, registered voters will be sent an official poll card advising how to cast their vote. Dependent upon timescales, they may vote in person at their designated polling station, by post or by appointing a person to vote on their behalf as proxy.

Eligibility
Eligibility for registration depends upon a number of factors - advice must be sought from the Electoral Services team.

Required Customer Information
Depending upon the enquiry type, photographic and address identification may be required - Electoral Services will need to advise as appropriate.

Service Level Agreement and Turnaround
Standard service delivery times. Statutory timetable for inclusion on the register.

More information about this service

Contact Us

Frequently asked questions

Address:
Electoral Services
Electoral Services Office
First Floor
1 Gentleman’s Row
Enfield
EN2 6QQ.
Map

Telephone:
020 8379 8582
020 8379 8584 - Typetalk.

Fax:
020 8379 8588.

Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday
9.00am - 5.00pm

Friday
9.00am - 4.45pm

Useful Links

The Electoral Commission