Last few days to register to vote in the local elections in Exeter

There’s still time to register to vote in May’s local elections in Exeter – but time is running out. 

Elections for Devon County Council will be held throughout Exeter on Thursday 1 May.  

There will also be by-elections for two City Council wards on the same day, in Mincinglake & Whipton, and Topsham.  

People will need to ensure that they are on the electoral register to be able to vote. Those who are currently not on the register can apply now and have until midnight on Friday 11 April to do so.  

It’s really simple to register on the government website at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote.  

Those who are unsure if they are already on the register can contact the City Council directly at electoral.services@exeter.gov.uk or by calling 01392 265141.  

Time is also running out to apply for a postal vote. The deadline for postal vote applications is 5pm on Monday 14 April.   

To apply visit the Electoral Commission website at https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-elections/ways-vote/apply-vote-post  

Remember, the key dates are:  

• Register to vote by midnight on Friday 11 April 
• Register for a postal vote by 5pm, Monday 14 April  

Voters are reminded that they will need photo identification (ID) to vote at a polling station.  

For more information, including the full list of accepted forms of photo ID, visit the Electoral Commission website: electoralcommission.org.uk/ or call their helpline on 0800 328 0280.