Who Can Vote In London Mayoral Election

Hey there, London! Fancy a chat about who can vote in our spiffy mayoral election? Grab a cuppa and let's dive in. No boring jargon, promise!

First things first: Are you on the naughty or nice list?

Alright, not quite like Santa, but you gotta be registered to vote. If you're not, it's like having a front-row seat at a concert and realizing you forgot your ticket. Boo! So, check if you're registered here.

Now, who's invited to this party?

Let's see if you're on the guest list:

• You're 18 or over - Sorry, kiddos, you'll have to wait a bit longer to have your say.
• You're a British, Irish, Commonwealth, or EU citizen - We're all friends here!
• You live in London - Yep, you gotta be a Londoner to vote for the mayor. No fair playing favorites from afar.
• You're not legally excluded from voting - No, we don't mean because you're a massive fan of Marmite. That's just a matter of taste.

But wait, there's more!

You might think, "Well, I live in London, so I'm golden, right?" Not so fast, buddy! You've got to be registered to vote at an address in London. So, if you're a student flitting between your parents' and your uni digs, you'll need to choose one address to register at.

And hey, if you're a European citizen, you can vote in the mayoral election and the local council elections. Double the fun!

Official list of Mayor of London candidates for the 2024 elections

Postal votes and proxy votes: The party favors!

Can't make it to the polling station on the big day? No worries! You can apply for a postal vote or a proxy vote. It's like having your best mate cast your vote for you (but hopefully, you'll trust them to do it right!).

Postal votes are great if you're going to be away on the day, and proxy votes are handy if you've got a disability or are just super busy. But remember, you've gotta apply for these in advance. Don't leave it till the last minute like that Christmas shopping you still haven't done.

London mayor election 2021: How to find your nearest polling station

So, who's ready to make their voice heard?

There you have it, folks! Now you know who's invited to the London mayoral election party. It's time to make your voice heard and choose the person who'll be steering the good ship London for the next few years.

Voting is a privilege, and it's our chance to shape the future of our city. So, don't be a party pooper - get registered, do your research, and cast your vote! And remember, if you don't vote, you can't complain when the mayor starts dancing like a flamingo in Trafalgar Square. (Well, maybe that's a bit extreme, but you get the idea!)

Stay awesome, London! Let's make this election the best one yet!