The district’s residents are being asked to register for the upcoming local elections next month.
The election will take place on May 6th and will give residents of Stockport, Greater Manchester, the opportunity to vote for representatives on the council as well as in Greater Manchester’s mayoral election on the same day.
The ward council encourages residents to speak with the people who make decisions about services that affect the ward.
Here are some important dates to remember:
- Register to vote by April 19th. You can do this online in just five minutes. All you need is your social security number
- If you cannot vote in person, e.g. B. if you shield, you can request a postal vote. Make sure you do this by 5pm on April 20th
- If you wish, you can register to vote by proxy (someone else will cast a vote on your behalf). The registration deadline for voting by proxy ends on April 27 at 5:00 p.m.
- The polling stations are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on May 6th. You don’t need your voting card to vote. So don’t worry if you lose them.
Pam Smith, Returning Officer at Stockport Council, said: “It has been a tough year for everyone and the pandemic has underscored the importance of our public services.
“It is so important that everyone who lives in Stockport exercise their voting rights to help shape the future of our brilliant district.
“Talk to your family and friends and make sure everyone you know is on the electoral roll by April 19th. You don’t want to miss out on the chance to make your voice heard.”
Alisa Irvine, Director of Election Administration and Advisory Services for the Election Commission added: “You can only have a say in these important elections if you are registered to vote.
“It’s quick and easy – it only takes five minutes online at gov.uk/registertovote.
“If you have recently turned 18 or have moved home, it is especially important that you take action to make sure you are registered to vote.
“If you were registered at the last election and your details have not changed, you do not need to take any action.”
For more information, see stockport.gov.uk/topic/elections.
