February 17, 2026

Electoral Commission: Guidance and key dates for registering to vote in elections on 7 May


The Electoral Commission has published key dates for voters ahead of the UK-wide elections on 7 May.

Please go to Key dates for voters in 2026 | Electoral Commission, where information for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland can be selected. Deadlines start from 20 Apr 2026.

There is also information available for the Armed Forces and their spouses/partners on registering to vote at Voting as a member of the armed forces | Electoral Commission and also on Gov.uk at: Register to vote (armed forces) - GOV.UK. These webpages include options to vote by proxy or post.