Ways to vote
Vote in person, by post or by proxy
You can vote in one of three different ways. How you vote is up to you and may depend on whether you can get to a polling station on election day.
- vote in person at a polling station (most people vote this way)
- apply to vote by post. From 31 October 2023, you will be able to apply for a postal vote online or via paper form.
- apply to vote by proxy (a trusted person voting on your behalf). You can apply for a proxy vote online or by paper form.
Applications to vote by post and proxy have recently changed. If we receive an application to vote by post or by proxy using the old style forms after 31 October 2023. We will be in touch to request the additional information required.
If you are a competing the form electronically, please make sure that you use your normal handwritten signature.
All completed forms can be either scanned and emailed or posted to one of the contact details on the right-hand side of this page.
You can cancel a postal or proxy vote if you have one but no longer want one.
Where are polling stations?
Polling stations are located across Hart. Usually, they are in village halls, schools, church halls or public buildings.
Find the location of my polling station for the elections on 2 May 2024.
For information about unscheduled polls, please contact us using the details on this page.
Are polling stations equipped for people with disabilities?
Most polling stations are equipped with:
- access such as ramps up stairs
- a polling booth suitable for wheelchair users
- a large print ballot paper for partially sighted voters
- a device to enable blind or partially sighted voters to vote unaided
You may bring someone with you to help if you have a physical disability, can’t read or can’t vote without assistance. You can also ask a staff member at the polling station to help.
If you have any enquiries about voting or elections, please contact us using the details on this page.
Postal and proxy vote applications move online
The postal and proxy application service has now moved online. You can apply to vote by post and to vote by proxy online rather than by paper form.
As part of the application process you will now be asked to provide your National Insurance number. You can provide a list of additional evidence like your passport or driving licence if necessary - these can be uploaded to your application.
You will also be asked to upload your signature and guidance will be available to help applicants do this.
Postal voters need to reapply for their postal vote every 3 years.
Paper forms have been updated and are still available to those who request them, you can download an application form by visiting the Electoral Commission website.