Electoral Roll/register

[10ClarionSt]

Is it still possible to inspect the register at the Post Office? I haven't done that for years. If not the Post Office, then at the Library? Please don't advise me to look on line because I've tried that and all the websites want a subscription for something that should be free. TIA.

[dannyk13]

Library is your best bet.

[Alonelywriter]

thanks for sharing

[Fibonacci]

Some information here_
https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/faq/voting-and-registration/how-do-i-check-the-electoral-register

https://www.yourvotematters.co.uk/register-to-vote/find-your-local-authority

[douglas9401]

https://www.gov.uk/electoral-register

[Buenchico]

The (fee-paying) online sites only provide access to the 'open' electoral register, which excludes every voter who has ticked the box on their registration form to say that they don't want their details to appear on the open version. (The open electoral register can be bought by anyone, such as direct mail companies).

Data protection laws mean that the full version of the electoral roll can only be inspected at local council offices and under the supervision of a council official. (In many cases that can mean that you need to make an appointment to view the register, to ensure that someone is available to supervise your viewing). You're not permitted to make any form of copy of the register, so you can't photograph it with your mobile phone or even make handwritten notes from it. You'll also be required to sign a form declaring that you won't use the information in any prohibited manner. (See 'Full version' here: https://www.babergh.gov.uk/elections/register-of-electors/ )

[10ClarionSt]

Sorry for the late reply folks but thanks for the links and replies. Very helpful.

[Canary42]

/// Data protection laws mean that the full version of the electoral roll can only be inspected at local council offices and under the supervision of a council official.///

I took this route a year or two back, and was quizzed as to my reason, and closely observed during my peep at the register.