306,667 people are registered to vote - are you?

Got 5? Registering to vote takes just 5 minutes  If you've never registered, or if you've moved recently, make sure you register by Friday 12 April so that you can have your say in the Local Elections on Thursday 2 May. Here in Kirklees, 306,667 people are already registered. Don't be the one to miss out...

Register to vote

Going to be away from home on Thursday 2 May? If you're not going to be able to vote at your local polling station, you can apply for a postal vote or for a proxy vote (where somebody you trust votes on your behalf). Find out more and apply now...

 Apply for a postal vote

Apply for a proxy vote 

Let's get together to help voters

The Media Centre in Huddersfield are hosting a gathering of Democracy Club volunteers on Thursday 4 April from 6pm to 9pm, ahead of the 2019 local elections. Citizens are welcome to come along and take part in a practical task that will make it easier for voters around the country to learn more about their local election candidates. Please bring your laptop. Drinks and snacks are provided. It’s organised by Democracy Club, who are an independent, non-partisan network of volunteers.   Register to take part

Soup - get involved to support local projects

Book now to take part in one of the next Soup events in Huddersfield (10 April) and Dewsbury (2 May). Hear four pitches about local projects, enjoy a bowl of soup, then vote for your favourite idea. Huddersfield Soup   Dewsbury Soup

Looking out for our neighbours is a community campaign running across West Yorkshire and Harrogate to help people feel better in the place they live and have the peace of mind good neighbours bring. Many of us are already doing a great job of looking out for others, but there is still more we could all do to make our communities healthier and happier. Get your free pack:

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