Category Archives: voting

Girlguiding launch their new programme, including a voting badge

Posted on November 21, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

In the year where we are celebrating 100 years since women were first given the vote, Girlguiding have launched their new programme, including a voting badge for Rangers. A guest blog by Emily, 17, Girlguiding Ranger As a history and … Continue reading →

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#OurDay – The role of local authority elections teams, part 2

Posted on November 20, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

To celebrate #OurDay,  we’re sharing first-hand accounts from local authority elections teams about what their jobs are like. In these short videos, Louis Humphreys, Lynne Williams and Deborah Wright from South Holland District Council in Lincolnshire share details about their roles. Continue reading →

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#OurDay – The role of local authority elections teams, part 1

Posted on November 20, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

To celebrate #OurDay today, we’re taking a closer look at the work of elections teams at local authorities. Tanya Rowlandson, Electoral Services Officer for Broadland District Council in Norfolk since 2008, has shared some details of what her job involves. Continue reading →

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A re-fresher in registering university students

Posted on October 11, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

Young people are far less likely to be registered to vote than their older counter parts – across the UK 1 in 3 of those eligible to vote under the age of 24 aren’t registered. Continue reading →

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What do election teams do?

Posted on August 20, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

Rhonda Booth, Democratic Services Manager, talks about her role at South Holland District Council. Continue reading →

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Crossed out?

Posted on July 5, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

A guest blog by Catriona Burness, Parliamentary and Policy Manager, RNIB Scotland National Democracy Week is a good time to think about whether our democracy is accessible to all. The right to vote independently, and in secret, is a cornerstone … Continue reading →

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Urgent improvements needed to ensure transparency for voters in a digital age

Posted on July 2, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

Not so long ago, the only time some people would know that an election was happening would be when a handful of leaflets came through the door, or placards appeared in a few front gardens. Continue reading →

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4 things you need to know about casting your vote on 3 May

Posted on April 30, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

We need your help in sharing essential voting information to support people ahead of the local elections this Thursday.  Continue reading →

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Voting – Go and give it a go!

Posted on March 21, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

Michelle, a campaigner for Mencap who has a learning disability, talks about her experience of voting and top tips for getting involved in democracy… Continue reading →

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A new law breaks down another barrier to voting

Posted on March 8, 2018 by The Electoral Commission

This new change to the law making anonymous registration easier will mean vulnerable people are able to register to vote without compromising their safety, ending a situation which has seen too many people disenfranchised in the past. This new legislation, will help hundreds of people, not least those at risk of domestic violence register to vote anonymously more easily. Being a survivor of abuse should never deprive a person of the right to have their say at elections. Continue reading →

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