The Surrey County Council Elections are being held on Thursday 2 May and, in the Sunbury East Ward, a by-election to elect a local Spelthorne Councillor is also being held on the same day.
Residents are reminded that they will only be able to vote if their name appears on the Electoral Register and the deadline for having their name added is 17 April.
To check if your name appears on the Register, call the Electoral Services team on 01784 444218, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit the Council Offices in Knowle Green, Staines-upon-Thames.
If you have moved home since the Electoral Register was published on 16 October 2012, you can apply to register at your new address. Forms are available from the Spelthorne Council Offices or to download from the website at www.spelthorne.gov.uk/register
If you are unable to vote in person, you can apply for a proxy or postal vote – the deadline for this is also 17 April.
For more information, contact the Electoral Services team on 01784 444218.