Voting

Voting and elections

This section provides you with information on what you can vote for, why you should vote, how to register and place your vote as well as results of past elections and details of elections coming up.

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County council elections take place every four years with the next ones due to take place in 2013.

Why vote?

When you are a registered voter you can have your say on who represents you on local matters such as:

  • your child's education

  • your roads, pavements and rights of way

  • health and social care for your relatives

  • your community

  • local services including libraries and museums

  • protecting your consumer rights through Trading Standards

When is the next election?

The next county council election is due to take place in 2013.

You can find out more about when you can vote on the About My Vote (opens in a new window) website.

Also on our website

About My Vote

About My Vote

Are you registered to vote in the general election on 6 May?

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