What is the Supplementary Vote (SV)?
The SV system requires voters to rank their two favourite candidates in order of preference, which is then used to elect a single winner via two rounds of vote counting.
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What is the Additional Member System (AMS)?
The Additional Member System, or AMS, is a mixed electoral system. The aim of this electoral system is to achieve a more proportional parliament, while retaining direct representation from local members of parliament.
What are Political Parties?
When you vote in a general election you vote for an MP (Member of Parliament) to represent your area. Most MPs are part of a political party, the party with the majority of MPs...
5 Reasons to vote in the Scottish Parliament Elections
SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT ELECTIONS: 6TH MAY Polling stations will be open between 7am – 10pm on Thursday 6th May. Everything you need to know can be found here: What is the Scottish Parliament? What are...
How do I Register to Vote?
If you want to vote in elections and referendums, you must be registered to vote. You only need to register once – you do not need to register separately for every election, but you...
Who Can I Vote For?
Who you vote for in an election can be influenced by who the candidates are in your local area. While they might belong to a political party, it is likely they’ll have their own...
How many people DID NOT VOTE in your constituency in 2019?
Use our tool to see how many people didn’t vote in your area in the last election – could they have made a difference?
Where do I vote?
On election day you’ll need to find your nearest polling station to go cast your vote (unless you’re voting by post). Your nearest polling station is displayed on your poll card, which should arrive...
What Happens If You Don’t Vote?
If you don’t vote you have not shown preference for anyone standing in the election, or any side in a referendum campaign. Your vote will not be counted for either side or directly effect the result.
Behind the Scenes: 2019 General Election
During this election, I hope to write a weekly blog or update to show what happens behind the scenes of a local authority. I will say this is just the authority I work for,...
