Deadline day for Stormont election proxy vote

By Q Radio News

Today is the final deadline for applying to vote by post or proxy in the Stormont Assembly election next month.

Eligible voters have until 5pm this evening to complete an application form specifying if they want postal ballot papers sent to them or if they wish to appoint someone, a proxy, to vote on their behalf at the polling station.

The assembly election is being held on May 5 across 18 constituencies.

Application forms and further guidance on applying can be found on the Electoral Office website www.eoni.org.uk 

Cahir Hughes, Head of the Electoral Commission Northern Ireland, said:

“If you are unable to make it to the polling station on polling day then you can apply to vote by post or proxy.

"However, if you want to make sure that your voice is heard you must act quickly as the application deadline is fast approaching.”

If you registered to vote online then you will need to include your Digital Registration Number (DRN) on your application to vote by post or proxy.

A reminder or confirmation of the number can be requested by completing an online form on the Electoral Office website www.eoni.org.uk or by calling their helpline on 028 9044 6680.

Anyone who is not registered to vote for the election has until April 14 to register.

Registration is quick and easy and can be done online at www.gov.uk/registertovote