Voting right

I telephoned my local authority’s “electoral services” department to confirm the date of the European election.

Published Thursday 16 May 2019 - 16:06 Modified Thursday 16 May 2019 - 16:06

She needed to check, but finally said it will be between May 23 and May 26.

Then I asked where I should go to vote. She did not know.

I strongly urge all my fellow Connexion readers to make sure that you get correct information so you do not accidentally miss your chance to vote.

Marianne Marsh, London

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