Summary
This page contains information on Electoral Services, including information on: Forthcoming Elections; Previous Elections; Polling Districts and Polling Places Review; Ward Arrangments; How to Register as an Elector; Anonymous Registation; Infomation on Electoral Registration and Contact Details for the Council's Electoral Section.
Forthcoming Elections
Borough Council By Election
Previous Elections
Please click on the links below to view the results of previous elections held in the Borough.
Polling Districts and Polling Places Review
Warding Arrangements
New Warding Arrangements were introduced in 2003. Please click on the link below to view this information on recent boundary changes. This page also explains why the changes were necessary.
Attachments
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Voter Registration Form
Information on Electoral Registration may be viewed by reading the text further down below on this page.
Please click on the link below to view and print-off a form.
The form should be completed and signed before being returned to the following address.
Electoral Registration
Oadby and Wigston Borough Council
Station Road
Wigston
Leicestershire
LE18 2DR
Anonymous Registration
Certain Categories of Elector are now allowed to register anonymously. For more information and an application form, please click here| [External]
More Information On Electoral Registration
If there is anything you do not understand about Electoral Registration or any other Electoral matters you may find the answers below.
What is the Electoral Register?
An electoral register is compiled following a canvass of all properties occupied on the 15 October each year. The register is used to enable residents to vote at any elections, polls or referenda which might be held during the year. Canvass forms are delivered to every household at the end of August. It is also possible to change your details if you move house during the year. This can be done by completing an application form to be registered as an elector.
The Electoral Services Officer makes and keeps two versions of the electoral register - the full register and the edited register. If you wish for your name and address to be excluded from the edited register, then you need to indicate on your application form or alternatively write to the Electoral Services Officer.
What is the Electoral Register Used For?
The full register lists everyone who is entitled to vote. Only certain people and organisations can have copies of the full register, and they can only use it for specified purposes. These include electoral purposes, the prevention and detection of crime and checking your identity when you have applied for credit.
Who can see the Electoral Register?
The Representation of the People (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2002 indicates who can have a copy of the full register and for what purpose they can use it. It is a criminal offence for them to pass it on to anyone else or to use it for any other purpose.
The edited register leaves out the names and addresses of those who have requested that their names be excluded from this version of the register. The edited register can be bought by anyone who asks for a copy and they may use it for any purpose.
What if I Move House?
If you have recently moved house or your name does not appear on the Register of Electors then please complete the 'Application to be Registered As An Elector' form and send by post to the Electoral Services Officer for processing.
(a separate form needs to be completed for each person who wishes to be registered).
What if I am Unable to Attend the Polling Station?
If you unable to attend your polling station to vote, you can vote by post or appoint a proxy to vote on your behalf. Further information on these types of voting|.
If you Requirer Further Advice
If you requirer further advice or more information about this subject please contact us.
The Council’s Electoral Registration Section can be contacted
Via
Telephone on: 0116 257 2722
Or
Email to: electoral.services@oadby-wigston.gov.uk|