Voting and Elections

This section will give you information about the Register of Electors, how to add your name, how to change your details, voting from abroad (British citizens only) and how to register if you have no fixed address.

Find out about upcoming and recent elections in West Berkshire.

Residents in West Berkshire are now required to show photographic ID in order to vote due to the Elections Act 2022. Find out about acceptable photo ID and how to apply for free photo ID if you do not have any.

This section includes information on how to become a councillor and information for candidates and agents on how to complete the relevant forms.

Completing your Household Enquiry form.

This page outlines some of the resources available and the steps we are taking to ensure electors' needs are met.

This section will give you all the information about postal and proxy voting, including how to apply.

How to register your interest to work at an election.

From 7 May 2024, following the UK's departure from the European Union, voting rights have changed and EU citizens are no longer automatically entitled to register, vote or stand for elections which use the local government election franchise.

View the results for the Newbury, and Reading West and Mid Berkshire constituencies in the 2024 General Election.

Results for elections held in West Berkshire since 2007.

Making sure voting is accessible, convenient and in suitable facilities.

Changing the council structure - petitioning for an elected Mayor.