Absent Vote Signature Refresh

We hold specimen signatures and dates of birth for everyone in West Berkshire who has an absent vote, also known as a postal or proxy vote. These are supplied as part of the original application process and used for comparison when a voter completes their postal or proxy vote at election time. 

We are required to obtain a new specimen signature approximately every five years, as signatures often change over time.

The refresh of identifiers for 2023 will take place between 5 January and 16 February. If you are asked to supply a new signature, please respond promptly.