Postal and Proxy Voting

What to do if you know that you are unable to get to a polling station on election day.

Postal voting

If you know that you won't be able to get to the polling station on polling day, you can vote by post.

You can apply for a postal vote if you’re away on holiday or because your work schedule means you can't get to polling station. You can also choose to vote by post simply because it would be more convenient for you.

You will be sent a postal vote ballot pack before the election. Find out more about how to vote by post by clicking on the button below.

Vote by post

Proxy voting

If you know that you won’t be able to get to the polling station on polling day, you can ask someone you trust to cast your vote on your behalf. 

This is called a proxy vote and the person casting your vote is often referred to as your proxy. 

The person voting on your behalf can either go to your polling station to cast your vote, or can apply to vote on your behalf by post.

 Vote by Proxy

You must be registered to vote to apply for a postal or proxy vote.

If you have an existing postal or proxy vote and need to make any alterations you must complete a new application form - please follow the process above.

If you need to cancel an existing postal or proxy vote please send an email to elections@newcastle.gov.uk.