Deadline to apply to vote by post or proxy in council elections is fast approaching

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The deadline for applying to vote via post or proxy at the Scottish Local elections is in two weeks.If you are planning on making a new application for a postal or proxy vote or to make any changes to existing arrangements, you have until 5pm on April 19.If you have already applied for a postal vote, your postal pack which includes the ballot paper, postal voting statement and return envelopes will be sent out to the address you have requested.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Returning Officer Cleland Sneddon told Lanarkshire Live : “It’s important to remember that if you choose to vote by post you will not be able to vote at a polling station. “However, it is possible to hand your completed postal pack into a polling station within the South Lanarkshire area if you are unable to post it back in time.“If you can’t go to the polling station and don’t wish to vote by post, you can appoint someone you trust to vote on your behalf (a proxy).” All the details on postal and proxy voting can be found here. **Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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