Your local Electoral Registration Officer, Philip Marshall and his employees will be sending forms to households in Ashfield over the coming months to compile the electoral register. If you haven’t received your form by 24th August 2011 you can contact your Electoral Registration Officer on 01623 457321 or print one off at www.aboutmyvote.co.uk.

Philip Marshall said: “Registering to vote is very simple. All you have to do is update the annual canvass form with the details of everyone in your household who is eligible to vote and return it to us as soon as possible. If your details haven’t changed you can also reply by phone or internet.

“There was a lot of interest in this year's referendum on the UK voting system and we were pleased with the increase in registration shortly before polling day. However, some people may not realise that they have to register every year.

“It is important that you complete and return the registration form so you’re able to take part in the election next year.”

On your electoral registration form you can opt to have your details excluded from the edited register. This will mean your details cannot be bought by individuals and commercial organisations. This year we will not be pre-ticking this box. If you wish to be excluded from this register you will need to place a tick in the box.

For more information contact your local Electoral Registration Officer on 01623 457321.