Register of Electors FAQ's

Can I/why can't I view the Register of Electors online?

Due to electoral legislation contained in the Representation of the People Act 2000 the Register of Electors cannot be made available online.

You can make an appointment to view a hard copy of the Register under supervision at the Council Offices, Kiln Road, Benfleet, SS7 1TF during normal office hours.  To make an appointment please email elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone us on 01268 882200.  

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I have changed my name. What should I do?

We will need to update our records with your change of name.

Please contact Electoral Services on 01268 882200 or email elections@castlepoint.gov.uk  We will send you a change of name form for your completion to send back to us with a copy of your name change evidence (Marriage Certificate, Deed Poll etc.)

Due to the new requirement for voters to show photo ID when voting at a polling station, please ensure that your name on your photo ID matches your name on the electoral register.  

If you vote by post, you will be required to complete a new Postal Vote application with your current name and signature. 

Please Note: We are unable to change your details from information given over the telephone.

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Can I/we be on the Register of Electors anonymously?

Under certain circustances you may be able to regiser anonymously, please visit: Register to vote anonymously for more information.

Please email elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone us on 01268 882200 if you would like an application form.

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I would like to apply for a Postal or Proxy vote.

An application to vote by post must be received by 5pm 11 days before the date of the poll.

An application to vote by proxy must be received by 5pm 6 days before the date of the poll.  Please note the person you choose to vote on your behalf will need to go to your polling station to vote and will need to show their own photo ID to be able to cast your vote.

Application forms can be downloaded by clicking on the appropriate link below.

• Application to Vote by Post
• Application to Vote by Proxy- Long Term
• Application to Vote by Proxy- Particular Election

Alternatively please email to request a form (including your name and address) elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone us on 01268 882200.

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Where can I find historic/old Register of Electors?

These can be viewed by visiting the Essex Records Office, Wharf Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6YT or online www.essexrecordoffice.co.uk . Their email address is ero.enquiry@essex.gov.uk and their telephone number is 01245 244644.

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I am trying to trace someone - can you help me?

We are unable to provide you with information due to electoral legislation contained in the Representation of the People Act 2000.

However, you can make an appointment to view a hard copy of the Register under supervision at the Council Offices, Kiln Road, Benfleet, SS7 1TF during normal office hours.  To make an appointment please email elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone us on 01268 882200.

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How do I acquire evidence that I am on the Register of Electors.

Please email elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone us on 01268 882200 so that we can check you are on the Register of Electors.

If we are able to confirm you are on the Register of Elector we will send you a Certificate of Residency (there may be a charge for this service)

If you are not registered please visit the Government website www.gov.uk/register-to-vote and complete the online registration form, each applicant is required to provide their National Insurance Number and date of birth.

Alternatively you can contact Electoral Services by emailing elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone on 01268 882200 for an application form.

I have just applied for credit and have been told I am not on the Register of Electors.

Please email (including your name and address) elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone us on 01268 882200 so that we can check you are on the Register of Electors. If we are able to confirm this we will send you a Certificate of Residency (there may be a charge for this service).

If you are not registered you can visit the Government website at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote and complete the online registration form. Each applicant is required to provide their National Insurance Number and date of birth.

Alternatively you can contact Electoral Services by emailing elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone on 01268 882200 for an application form.

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Am I on the Register of Electors?

We will need to check this for you as this information cannot be made available online.  

Please email (including your name and address) elections@castlepoint.gov.uk, or telephone us on 01268 882200.

I would like to be included on the Register of Electors

To register please visit the Government website www.gov.uk/register-to-vote and complete the online registration form, each applicant is required to provide their National Insurance Number and date of birth.

Alternatively, you can contact Electoral Servicesby emailing elections@castlepoint.gov.uk or telephone on 01268 882200 for an application form.