Tamworth residents are being reminded not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them, by making sure their electoral registration details are up to date as part of the annual canvass.
The annual canvass ensures that Tamworth Borough Council can keep the electoral register up to date, identifying any residents who are not registered so they can be encouraged to do so. They would then be able take part in any future elections.
Letters are being sent to every home in the borough as part of the canvass in the near future and it’s vital that people follow the instructions in their letter.
Andrew Barratt, Electoral Registration Officer at Tamworth Borough Council, said: “It’s important that residents keep an eye out for messages from Tamworth Borough Council, so we can make sure we have the right details on the electoral register for every address in Tamworth. To make sure you are able to have your say at elections taking place next year, please simply follow the instructions in the letter we send.
“If you’re not currently registered to vote, the easiest way to do this is online at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote.”
People who have recently moved are particularly encouraged to look out for the voter registration messages and check the details. Research by the Electoral Commission indicates that recent home movers are far less likely to be registered than those who have lived at the same address for a long time.
Across Great Britain, 92% of people who have been at their property for more than 16 years will be registered, compared to 36% of people who have lived at an address for less than one year.
In light of the pandemic, this year’s canvass – which we have to carry out by law – will continue to take account of any public health guidelines.
For more information about registering to vote visit: www.electoralcommission.org.uk/i-am-a/voter.
Residents can contact the Electoral Services Office by emailing canvass2021@tamworth.gov.uk or by calling 01827 214155 (during office hours only).
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