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Have you registered to vote to vote yet?
With the upcoming General Election, it is important that students recognise the importance of their vote and know that they are registered correctly. According to the Electoral Committee, only 71% of people aged 18-34 are correctly registered to vote, compared with 94% of people aged 65 and over.
Over the next couple of weeks, your Union team will be out and about with Ipads. If you see us and would like to register, or would like more information on the registration process, then please stop for a chat.
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Why should I vote?
Voting gives you the power to decide how the UK is run. The MPs you help to elect will be making decisions on issues that you care about, including NHS, Housing, Education and the Environment.
By voting in the election you can support a candidate who will represent your views in parliament, and can influence the policy issues you care about. An election is also your chance to speak out if you have a complaint about the way the country is being run. Remember, voting is not the only way to participate but it’s the quickest and easiest way!
If you don’t vote, you’ll have had no say over who will be making decisions on the issues important to you.
Politicians may sometimes consider voter turnout before making key policy decisions. If a certain demographic‘s turnout is high then politicians may be more likely to make policy that benefits that demographic in order to please them and subsequently win their votes or retain their support.
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How do I register?
Head to www.solentsu.co.uk/register and complete the forms on there. As a student, you are eligible I register at both your home address, as well as your university address. This means that no matter where you are during the election period, you will be able to vote in this election.
If you are not sure on where to vote, then this tool can give you some more information.
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Where do I vote?
Once you have registered, you will receive a polling card in the post, which will tell you where your polling station is. Alternatively, click here to find out where your polling station is located.
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