On election day, go to the polling station. The polling station is often a school or local hall near where you live. 'Polling' is another word for voting.
What happens at the Polling Station?
Tell the staff inside the polling station your name and address so they can check that you’re on the register.
You can show them your poll card, but you do not need it to vote. When your details have been verified, you will be issued with a ballot paper. New rules this year have changed slightly the way votes are recorded but your vote is still secret.
I will be overseas temporarily on the day of the elections. How can I vote?
If you are overseas on election day, you can apply to vote either by post or by proxy (to have someone else vote for you). You can find out more by visiting our how to vote page.
How do I find out where my polling station is?
Your polling station's location will be on the poll card that will be delivered to you before polling day. Alternatively, contact your the Elections Office to find out.
How do I fill in the ballot paper?
This information will be provided by the polling clerk at your polling station.
If you opted to vote by post, your local electoral registration office will provide this information in your ballot pack.
What are the polling hours for the next elections?
Polling hours are between 7am – 10pm for the May 2008 elections.
Why haven't I received my poll card?
You can still vote even if you do not have a poll card, as long as you are on the electoral register. You should check with the Elections Office whether you are on the electoral register and report the fact that you have not received your poll card.
Can I get help/a lift to the polling station?
If you are disabled and need help getting to the polling station, the elections office can give you details of what help is available and who to contact to arrange a lift. You can also ask to have a companion with you when you vote.
Contact
Electoral Registration Officer
Derby City Council
Council House
Corporation Street
Derby
DE1 2FS
Telephone: 01332 255478
Textphone: 01332 256666
Email: elections@derby.gov.uk