Easy guides

The guides below have been created by the Electoral Commission, in partnership with Mencap and United Response. They aim to ensure accessible voting for everyone, explaining in plain English how each aspect of elections and voting works.

What is voting?

This guide will explain what voting is, and why it is important to get involved.

Registering to vote

To vote at an election, you must be registered with your Local Elections Department. This guide will explain how you can register and what you can expect when registering.

Deciding the best way to vote

There are 3 ways to vote in an election. The guides below will explain what each of the options are, to help you decide which method is best for you.