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Electoral Services |
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electoral.regist ration@torbay.go v.uk |
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Electoral Questions - Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Electoral Register?
- Am I eligible to vote?
- How do I get on the Electoral Register?
- When will my name appear on the register?
- I have found out that I am not on the register because I have recently moved / my name has changed. Can I alter my details?
- Can I look at the Electoral Register?
- Can you help me find an old friend who lives in the area?
What is the Electoral Register?
The Electoral Register is a list, compiled by all local authorities, of persons eligible to vote in elections within their authority's boundary, ours is the Borough of Torbay. The Electoral Registration officer has a statutory duty to compile this each year. The register is a public document and is available to view at any of the three Connections offices or the town libraries
Am I eligible to vote?
In order to be eligible to register to vote you must be a citizen of Britain, a commonwealth country, the Republic of Ireland or another European Union State. You must also be 18 years of age or about to become 18 whilst the register is in force.
How do I get on the Electoral Register?
You can obtain a registration form from any of the Connections office or you can register online.
When will my name appear on the register?
The electoral register is published every year at the latest by 1st December and is active until 30th November the following year. However, monthly updates are produced in addition to this where your name will appear within 4 weeks of application unless where an Election is due this length of time is increased.
I have found out that I am not on the register because I have recently moved / my name has changed. Can I alter my details?
After the register is published, we will publish a monthly update report. If your name is not included in the register you may apply to be added by completing an application form or registering online.
Can I look at the Electoral Register?
Yes, the current copy for Torbay is available for viewing in the three Connections Offices and at local libraries.
Can you help me find an old friend who lives in the area?
The Electoral Register is a public document available for everyone to view. It is printed in address order with the name of the registered people at those addresses. With the Data Protection Act, we are unable to disclose individuals personal details, this includes enquiry by name. However, the Electoral Registration Officer can forward an addressed letter to the person you wish to contact if they appear on the Electoral Register. Please contact Electoral Services for further information.