2024 General Election: voter information

As the 2024 General Election approaches on July 4th, it's essential for all eligible voters to ensure they are registered by the deadline. We've compiled comprehensive information to guide you through the registration process, how to vote, accessibility options, voter photo ID requirements, and details on the candidates in the Calderdale constituencies.

​Whether you need assistance at the polling station or guidance on voter rights for those living with mental illness, we've got you covered with all the necessary resources and contact information to make your voting experience smooth and informed.

Registering to vote

To vote in the 2024 General Election on the 4th July you MUST register to vote by 11:59pm on 18 June 2024.
Register online here.

Click the links below for further information about registering to vote:

Information webpage (Calderdale Council)

Register to vote HERE (Gov.uk)

Easy read guide to registering (Downloadable)

How to vote & accessibility information

Find all you need to know about how to vote in Calderdale here, including accessibility information and what assistance you can get here.

How to vote webpage (Calderdale Council)

You can use the downloadable Polling Station Passport to let polling station staff know what support you need to be able to exercise your right to vote. Print the passport, write down what you need help with, and hand it to the polling station staff on arrival.
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For example:

• Someone to read out the candidates on the ballot paper.
• To be shown a large print ballot paper.
• To use the Tactile Voting Device.
• Someone to help mark the ballot paper with your decision. This can be either someone who has accompanied you or the polling station staff.
• To be assisted in moving around the polling station.

Polling Station Passport (Downloadable)

Need further assistance? Contact Calderdale Electoral Services:

Address: Mulcture House, Mulcture Hall Road, Halifax. HX1 1SP.
Phone: (01422) 393103.
Email: [email protected].
Website: Contact Electoral Services.

Information about Voter Photo ID

All voters must show accepted photographic identification (photo ID) at polling stations, before they are given a ballot paper.

Find information about what kind of Photo ID you need to vote at a polling station via the links below:

Video about Voter ID

Voter ID guide booklet (Downloadable)

Voter ID Information webpage (Calderdale Council)

Who you can vote for

Click the link for your local Calderdale constituency below to see the candidates you can vote for in the 2024 General Election.

Calder Valley Constituency

Halifax Constituency

Don't know which is your constituency? Enter your postcode to find out here.

Find my constituency & who I can vote for

Your voting rights
For people living with a mental illness, their carers and families

Living with a mental illness doesn’t need to stop us from voting. This short guide provides practical tips and information on how to exercise your voting rights:

Your voting rights (Centre for Mental Health)