Apply to vote by proxy
Latest updates to voting by proxy
- Proxy votes: you must apply by 5pm, at least 6 working days before polling day.
- Applications, amendments or cancellations of proxy votes for the combined Greater Manchester mayoral election and local election on Thursday, 2 May 2024 must reach the Electoral Registration Officer at Number One Riverside, Smith Street, Rochdale, OL16 1XU by 5pm on Wednesday, 24 April 2024.
- Emergency proxy votes: if you have a medical emergency, are away for work, or your photo ID is lost, stolen, destroyed, or damaged, you can apply for an emergency proxy vote up to 5pm on polling day.
- If you applied for a proxy vote before 31 October 2023, this expired on 31 January 2024 and you need to apply for a new proxy vote.
How to apply for a proxy vote
The application process is different depending on the type of proxy voting you're applying for.
To apply for a proxy for an election.
Emergency proxy vote
In certain circumstances, where you have an emergency that means you can't vote in person, you can apply for an emergency proxy.
These applications can be made up to 5pm on polling day.