I am a carer or support worker
Everybody with a learning disability and/or autism has the legal right to vote in local and general elections and should be supported to be able to do so.
Some people may struggle with the registration process while others may find challenges when going to a polling station or submitting their postal vote.
All the content on our website can help you and the people you support, and these webpages can help kick start your journey together.
Get started with politics
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Supporting someone to prepare to voteIt can seem daunting to have conversations about politics with someone, but it can be a learning opportunity for all of you.
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Supporting someone to register to voteEveryone with a learning disability and/or autism has the legal right to vote. Here’s how to register!
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Supporting someone to vote in personWhat you need to know to support someone to register for and cast their vote in person.
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Supporting someone to vote by postWhat you need to know to support someone to register for and cast their postal vote.
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Supporting someone to vote by proxyWhat you need to know to support someone to register for and cast a proxy vote.