Act noew to secure your VOTE for next year's Election!

[Kintyre Forum News]

ACT NOW TO SECURE YOUR VOTE FOR NEXT YEAR’S ELECTION

Voters across Argyll and Bute will now have received their annual voter registration forms, which could be the difference between having their say and losing their voice on the issues which affect them.

On 5 May 2011 there will be an election for the Scottish Parliament and a potential referendum on the voting system for the UK Parliament.

The local Electoral Registration Office has sent registration forms to 48,444 households in Argyll and Bute. The information from these forms will be used to compile the electoral register which will be the basis for the election and planned referendum on 5 May 2011.

David Thomson, Electoral Registration Officer for Argyll and Bute said: “Registering to vote is simple, quick and easy. Just update the annual canvass form with the details of everyone in your household who is eligible to vote and return the form to us as soon as possible. If your details haven’t changed you can also reply by text, phone or using the internet.

“At the last election, lots of people registered to vote at the last minute. However, some people may not realise that they have to register every year. By completing the annual canvass form which comes though your door, you can rest assured that your vote will be secured for another year.”

Andy O’Neill, Head of the Electoral Commission’s Scotland Office, said: “With Scottish Parliament elections and a planned referendum on voting reform taking place on 5 May 2011, it’s important to make sure that your registration details are up to date.


“By spending a couple of minutes now to complete and return your annual registration form you can ensure that you are able to have your say in May.”

The Electoral Registration Officer’s staff will shortly be visiting houses to collect the relevant information where no return has been made to date.

For more information contact your local Electoral Registration Officer on 0800 980 0470 or visit www.aboutmyvote.co.uk