Guidance

Apply for a proxy vote: easy read guide

An easy read guide to applying for a proxy vote in England, Scotland or Wales. This is a step by step guide on how to complete the online application.

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

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You must be registered to vote in the UK before you can apply.

This guide will help you use the online service to apply to vote by proxy in:

  • general elections and other UK Parliamentary elections if you live in England, Scotland or Wales 
  • local elections in England (including mayors) 
  • Police and Crime Commissioner elections in England and Wales 
  • national referendums if you live in England, Scotland or Wales 
  • MP recall petitions in England, Scotland or Wales

Updates to this page

Published 24 January 2024

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