Voting

FAQs

Q: I have a second home. Can I register at both addresses?

A: If you spend roughly an equal amount of time in both places you can register at both.

You should reside for at least six months a year (or at least 3 days a week) to be registered at an address. You are only allowed to vote once at the same election. The courts have decided that students can register at both their home and term- time addresses.

Q: Once I have completed and returned my form, how long will it take for me to be registered?

When you send us your form we will add you to our list of new applicants. Any elector can then object to your name being added to the register. If this happens we will write to you.

There are no monthly updates during September, October or November during the annual canvass period when all households have to register. A new register will be published on 3rd December.

For rolling registration in 2008 the following deadlines apply:

There is no monthly update in October or November during the annual canvass period when all households have to register. A new Register will be published on 1st December 2008.

Q: Can I register online?

You can now register using our new online portal, My Westminster. This allows you to register for several Westminster services, such as the Electoral Register, Libraries and Council Tax, at the same time. Simply register and create your online account, then you can enter your details. Once this is complete, print out your voter registration form and return it to Electoral Services.

Q: Will I receive any confirmation that my voter registration form has been actioned?

Yes, once we receive and action your voter registration form we will send you a confirmation letter. You should receive it within seven working days. You will also receive a separate letter once your name has been added to the Electoral Register after the relevant monthly update. This second letter will show you your poll number.