Proxy Votes
Who can apply for a Proxy Vote?
Anyone aged 18 or over, and who is on the Electoral Register, can apply for a Proxy Vote. A Proxy Vote is someone who votes on your behalf, if you are unable to get to the Polling Station on the day of the election.
How can I apply for a Proxy Vote?
If you would like to apply for a Proxy Vote you will need to complete the Proxy Vote Application Form [pdf document] and email it to elections@darlington.gov.uk or post it to: Democratic Services, Town Hall, Darlington, DL1 5QT
You will need to give your date of birth and signature on the Application Form, together with a reason for the application and the relationship of the Proxy to you, if any.
Any new Proxy Vote application must be completed and returned to the office no later than 5pm, 6 working days before the Election.
How does the Proxy vote for me?
Once you have appointed your Proxy, you must inform them who you wish to vote for. They then go to your normal Polling Station and request the ballot paper on your behalf and cast your vote.