Electoral Registration and Elections
Electoral Registration and Returning Officer James Whiteman
Forthcoming elections
See the dates for upcoming elections in 2019, 2020 and 2021.
General Election - 12 December 2019
There will be a UK Parliamentary General Election on Thursday 12 December. Find out key dates and important information for this election.
Voting in person
Find out when and where to go to cast your vote and what to do on polling day. See the map of polling stations.
Voting by post
Voting by post is an easy and convenient way of voting in elections. You don't need to give a reason.
Voting by proxy
Proxy voting is where you appoint someone you trust (a proxy) to vote for you.
Past election results
See the results of elections that were held in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.
European Election
View the European Election results.
Assistance for disabled voters
We work to ensure that all our residents are on the electoral register and are able to cast their vote. There are a number of provisions in place at polling stations to help if you need additional assistance.
Register to vote or make changes to the electoral register
Don't miss out on your right to vote! Find out how to register to vote, or change your registration details.
Electoral registration for students
Electoral registration and voting information for students living in Guildford. Students can register to vote at more than one address.
Viewing the electoral register
The electoral register can be viewed in person at our offices by appointment only. Find out how to use it to find lost friends or relatives.
Proof of residence and foreign pensions
Find out how to obtain proof of electoral registration or get your foreign pension signed.
Local referendums and petitions
Find information on referendums and petitions that have taken place in the borough and rules regarding petition signatures.
Filling a casual vacancy in the Office of Parish Councillor
If a vacancy arises on a Parish Council, due to an existing Councillor's resignation, disqualification or death, there is a process to fill the vacancy.
Opt out from open register
Information on the electoral register and the open register. Find out how to remove your details from the open register.
Review of Polling Districts and Polling Places 2019
We have been carrying out a review of polling districts and polling places. The deadline to give your views has now passed.
Annual Canvass - updating your details
Responding to your Household Enquiry Form (HEF) or Invitation to Register (ITR).
