I have just found out that I will be away on polling day. Can I still vote?

Yes - but you need to apply for a postal vote or appoint a proxy to vote on your behalf. You should do this as soon as possible because we cannot accept any postal vote applications which are received after 5pm on the eleventh working day before polling day or any proxy vote applications which are received after 5pm on the sixth working day before polling day.

Postal Voting

Anyone can apply for a postal vote for all elections, or for a particular election, without giving a reason.

You can download and print a postal vote application form (pdf format) which should be complted in black pen or contact Electoral Services by telephone 01892 602417 or by email to elections@wealden.gov.uk for a form to be sent to you.

Proxy Voting

Alternatively, you can apply to appoint a proxy who would vote at your polling station on your behalf. If you choose to vote by proxy at a particular election you are required to give a reason, e.g. illness, disability, employment, attendance on a course etc. If you choose to vote by proxy for all elections you will also need to give a reason and get someone to support your application. The people who are qualified to support your application are listed in the notes on the second page of the form.

You can download and print a proxy application form or contact Electoral Services by telephone 01892 602417 or by email to elections@wealden.gov.uk for a form to be sent to you.