Application form to vote by proxy for a particular election

PDF, 677KB , pages. This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. Request an accessible format. Proxy voting means that if you aren’t able to cast your vote in person , you can have someone you trust cast your vote for you. Please write in black ink and use CAPITAL LETTERS.

When you have completed every section and signed the form yourself, send it to your elections team at your council. FORM - Vote by Proxy at particular election or referendum. How to apply for a proxy vote. You must ask someone. On average this form takes minutes to complete.

Country of origin: UK. BLACK INK and BLOCK CAPITALS. Relationship to you (if any) Full address. First name(s) (in full) Surname. Address where you are registered to vote.

Return your form to your elections team at your council. Please do not return your form to the Electoral Commission. When applying for a new proxy vote , you must return your proxy vote application form by 5pm, working days before the poll. It is for people who have a right to vote but who cannot reasonably be expected to vote in person at their polling station on the day of the poll. This form is a legal document and your vote may depend on it.

APPLICATION TO VOTE BY PROXY AT A PARTICULAR ELECTION. Voting by proxy If you cannot vote at an election or referendum in person, you can apply to vote by proxy (someone else voting on your behalf). Only ONE person per form please.

What happens after I’ve returned this form ? Your proxy must go to your local polling station to vote. About you Proxy vote for which elections ? Long term applications generally require some form of witness to support the application. Please remember that the closing date for new applications is always six working days before Polling Day at 5:00pm. Not everyone is allowed to act as a proxy. Every member of a company that is entitled to attend and vote at company meetings can either vote in person or through a proxy.

The national form also contains voter registration rules and regulations for each state and territory. For more information about registering to vote , contact your state election office. Voting by Proxy : Your questions answered The attached proxy vote application form is for a particular election and does not require an attestation to support your application. Proxy for a particular election only Proxy voting is available to anyone who is unable to attend their polling station on polling day.

It is possible for anyone to apply for a proxy vote at a particular election , as long as they provide a reason why they are not able to vote in person themselves on the day of the election. To apply for a proxy vote , you need to download and fill in an application form , which you’ll find on the GOV. You’ll see that there are different forms depending on the reason that you need a proxy vote.

Applying to vote by proxy. Your application may need to be supported by a doctor, employer or course tutor. If you have any queries, please contact Electoral Services using the details above. Note: an application form for a new proxy vote must arrive at the Electoral Registration Office at least working days before an election.

A proxy is someone you appoint to vote on your behalf. Then you need to complete a proxy vote application form. Voting by proxy can be useful if you fall ill and are unable to get to the polling station on polling day, or if you are abroad during an election.

The proxy vote ensures people who cannot attend a polling station (usually for reasons of ill-health or employment) on election day can vote. Proxy voters nominate another person who will vote on their behalf. The proxy must be eligible to vote in the election themselves act on behalf of another person.