Voting by proxy
Voting by proxy means you appoint someone you trust to vote on your behalf.
It’s useful if you can’t get to the polling station on election day. If circumstances change, you can still vote in the polling station, if your proxy is not voting by post.
When completing a new proxy application you need to let us know why you cant get to the polling station in person. The application will only apply to one particular election.
Certain electors can apply for a long-term proxy vote – visit the Electoral Commission to find out how.
How to apply
You can apply for a proxy vote on the GOV.UK website (if you need a paper form, please email electoral.registration@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk).
Please note: It's best for your proxy to live in the same voting area as you. If they don’t, or already are a postal voter, they may need to apply separately (after your proxy application) for a postal proxy vote. Please email electoral.registration@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk for more information.
How many people can a proxy vote for?
You will only be able to act as a proxy for up to 2 people living in the UK (or a maximum of 4 people, with 2 people living in the UK and 2 people registered as living overseas).
Emergency proxy vote
In certain circumstances you may have an emergency that means you are unable to vote at the polling station. If this happens between 5pm 6 working days before the election and 5pm on polling day, you may be able to apply for an emergency proxy.
An emergency may be:
- a medical emergency
- an unexpected work event
- lost/stolen/damaged photo ID
Find out how to aply for an emergency proxy – Electoral Commission