Local elections are taking place in England and Northern Ireland on Thursday 2 May. To have your say you must be registered by Friday 12 April 2019.

Politicians look at who is on the electoral register and who votes when they’re making decisions. And what do they see? As it stands, only one third of young people (aged 18-34) are registered, compared to 96% of older people.

We can change this together – Register to vote by Friday 12 April 2019

Plus, students are able to register at both their home and term time address – as they spend time in both places local services in both areas may affect them. We encourage as many students as possible to get online and register today.

Why does this matter to you? Because just being registered to vote gives you power; you can influence the community which you live in. Local elections select councillors, who are responsible for making decisions about local services such as leisure facilities, housing and waste collection. And of course, councillors associated with a political party will be working to help achieve the goals of their party, if that’s your thing.

Make your voice heard in your local elections: Register to vote now!