24 August 2007, 07/277
Your vote is your voice - don't lose it!
You need to be on the electoral register to have your say in
local, parliamentary and European elections, so the District
Council is urging everyone to make sure they are registered to
vote. 
Registration forms have already been sent out and until the 28
November householders can choose one of three ways to reply; click
to go online through the website; call to use the freephone
service; or post the form back in the usual way.
From 11 September until 15 October 2007, canvasser will also be
calling at any properties who have not yet registered, to offer
help and advice with completing the form.
Bill Taylor, West Lancs Returning Officer, said: "Registering as an
elector couldn't be easier, so if you haven't done so already, make
sure you register as soon as possible."
"As always, remember that all of our canvassers will be carrying
full identification. For your safety please make sure you ask to
see this before giving out any information."
Click or call: if all the details on the form are correct, and you
are sure there won't be any changes before the 15 October 2007, you
can register online or by telephone. The website address and the
freephone number are given on the form.
When you go online, or use the freephone service, you will be asked
to key in the security code that is printed at the top of the form.
Then you will be told whether the persons in your household are
currently included or excluded from the edited register, and you
will be asked if you wish to make any changes regarding these
exclusions. You can also request an application form for a postal
vote.
Post: If the details on the form are incorrect, or if you wish to
include or delete anyone, you must amend the form accordingly and
sign and return it in the pre-paid envelope provided.
Anyone who needs more information about how to register to vote, or
about the electoral register, can contact the Electoral Services
Office on 01695 585018 or email elections.office@westlancsdc.gov.uk.
Further information can also be found by visiting the Elections section.
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