How to Vote Liberal Democrat

Find out how, when and where to vote Liberal Democrat:

• Who can vote?

  To vote, you need to be registered in advance. You can make sure you are registered for future elections here. All British citizens living abroad who have ever lived in the UK or who were registered to vote in the UK can now register to vote at General Elections.

  For the General Elections across the UK, you must by 18 or over to vote. There is more information about eligibility to vote here.

• Where do I go to cast my vote?

  You can vote in person at a polling station, or register to vote by post - find out how here.

  To vote in person, you must go to your assigned polling station - find out where here.

  If you live abroad, you may wish to appoint a proxy. This is the best way to avoid delays in the global postal system. Your proxy vote can vote by post and live anywhere in the UK. Apply to vote by proxy while living overseas.

• When can I vote?

  Polls are open for the General Election from 7am to 10pm on Thursday 4 July.

  People who have registered for a postal vote will receive their ballots around two weeks before polling day and must return their ballots by 10pm Thursday 4 July.

• What do I need to take with me to vote?

  You will need photo id to vote in person for UK General Election.

  You can find out about accepted forms of photo ID here.

  You don't need to take your polling card to vote.

• How do I vote Liberal Democrat?

  Put an X next to each Liberal Democrat candidate (look for the bird logo) on your ballot paper. You may have more than one vote, check the top of your ballot paper for instructions.

• Why are people asking for my number outside the polling station?

  Volunteers called 'tellers' sometimes stand outside polling stations and ask for your polling number on the way in or way out. They will often be wearing a rosette from a political party. We do this so we know who has voted and don't bother you later in the day to remind you to vote. Your polling number is on your polling card.

• Can I tell you when I've voted?

  We'll be knocking on doors to remind people to vote, let us know that you've voted so we don't bother you here.

• Why should I vote Liberal Democrat?

  Local elections are your chance to send a message that you won’t be taken for granted.

  People are turning to the Liberal Democrats more and more because they know we work hard for our communities, we hear your concerns, and never take you for granted.

  Vote Liberal Democrat to get a local MP who will listen to you and champion your community.

  Let us know you're planning to vote Liberal Democrat here.

• How can I help Liberal Democrats win?

  There are three great ways to help the Liberal Democrats win:

  1. Remember to vote Liberal Democrat between 7am and 10pm on election day.
      
  2. Become a volunteer and help remind people to vote by delivering leaflets or knocking on doors - find an event near you here, or sign up here,
      
  3. Make a donation so we can support campaigners to win on the ground - donate below.

• Is campaigning allowed on polling day?

  Yes. All parties campaign on polling day. The Liberal Democrats will keep working hard for your vote right up to the close of polls at 10pm.