Postal Voting

If you cannot go to the polling station on election day you can apply to vote by post.  Deadlines for applications will be in force prior to any election.

Any person on the register of electors can apply for a postal vote, no reason need be given.

The deadline for receipt of postal vote applications is 11 working days before the day of an election.

Applying for a Postal Vote

Applications to vote by post can be downloaded by clicking on the link below.

 Postal application form (.pdf, 45.2kb)

Allowing someone to vote on your behalf

As an alternative to postal voting, you can appoint someone to vote on your behalf (proxy voting).  If you already have a postal vote and wish to change to a proxy you must notify the Elections Office 11 working days before the poll.

The deadline for new proxy applications is 6 working days before the day of an election.

Contact Details

Elections Office
E-mail elections@wigan.gov.uk
Opening Hours 8.45am - 5pm
Phone Number 01942 827168
Fax 01942 827168
Address Wigan Council, Town Hall, Library Street, Wigan, WN1 1YN
Location

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