Planning is underway in Tandridge to make sure next year’s local elections are Covid-safe.

Residents will go to the polls on 6 May 2021 to have their say on who represents them on issues affecting day to day life in the district.

Voting will take place in the County, District, Parish and Police and Crime Commissioner elections and residents in Caterham, Chaldon and Whyteleafe will also be able to vote in the Neighbourhood Planning Referendum.

Although the elections are not happening until May next year, plans are already in place to keep voters safe while casting their ballot at polling stations, using measures introduced during the current pandemic, such as the use of hand sanitiser, face coverings and clear floor markings.

Residents thinking about voting by post can apply now to make sure their application is processed early and their postal vote can be sent more quickly. The easiest way to register is online at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

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