How and when to register to vote in the North Shropshire by-election
The official list of candidates standing in next month's North Shropshire by-election.
In less than four weeks' time voters will go to the polls to decide who they want to replace Owen Paterson as MP.
A total of 14 candidates are standing in the contest on Thursday, December 16.
Shropshire Council has said poll cards will begin to be sent out to those registered in the North Shropshire constituency from Thursday, November 18.
But there is still time to make sure you can have your say on December 16.
When to register to vote
Anyone wishing to vote has until midnight on Tuesday, November 30.
How to register to vote
To register visit gov.uk/register-to-vote and follow the five-minute process.
Postal votes
The deadline for postal vote applications is 5pm on Wednesday, December 1.
Anyone wishing to apply for a postal vote must fill out The Electoral Commission's application form and return it to:
Electoral Services
Shirehall
Abbey Foregate
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6ND
Shropshire Council recommends using 'priority post boxes' to ensure their application arrives on time.
Anyone who is unable to sign their form due to a disability can receive a waiver from the Elections Team, as long as someone applies for a waiver on their behalf. Appropriate forms are available from Shropshire Council.
If the postal ballot papers do not arrive, those registered can apply for a new one between five working days before polling day and 5pm on by-election day.
Proxy votes
Proxy vote applications must be received by 5pm on Wednesday, December 8.
Shropshire Council lists numerous types of proxy application forms:
Permanent proxy appointment based on medical reasons
Permanent proxy appointment for voters on educational courses
Permanent proxy appointment who cannot attend polling stations due to work commitments (including those who are self-employed, or travelling overseas)
Registered overseas electors to appoint a proxy
Person working for the British Council or registered as a Crown servant
