You can only register yourself to vote. You can’t register a family member, even if they live in the same property.

Register to vote on GOV.UK

If you can’t register online, you can register by either:

• printing paper forms from the GOV.UK 
• calling us on 01202 123 400. 

Check if you're already registered to vote

You can check (for free) if you're already on the electoral register by:

• completing our general enquiry form
• calling us on 01202 123 400 
• emailing us at elections@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.

After you've registered

You’ll get a letter from us confirming that you’re registered, or asking you for more information.

Changes to your registration

If you have moved you will need to either:

• register to vote on gov.uk
• call us on 01202 123 400 (Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm and Friday 9am to 4:30pm)
• email us at elections@bcpcouncil.gov.uk (to be sent a form to register).

If your name has changed you will need to either: 

• completing our general enquiry form
• call us on 01202 123 400 (Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm and Friday 9am to 4:30pm) 
• email us at elections@bcpcouncil.gov.uk (to be sent a form to register).

You will need to provide us with a copy of proof of your change of name.

Monthly updates and statutory dates for applications for registration

You can apply to be included in the Register of Electors at any time. If your application is successful, you'll be added at the next monthly update.

If we get your application form by…	Your details will be changed on…
Wednesday 10 August 2022	Thursday 1 September 2022
Friday 9 September 2022	Monday 3 October 2022
Monday 10 October 2022	Tuesday 1 November 2022
A full electoral register will be published by 1 December 2022.