B&NES Council are committed to ensuring that all voters have a positive voting experience.
You may need assistance or advice when voting by post or at a polling station, if you have a disability or accessibility need.
Voting in person
Wherever possible, our polling stations are wheelchair accessible and will have a designated and signposted wheelchair entrance. In cases where this is not possible, we can make arrangements to ensure that you are able to vote at your local polling station.
There are other measures we can provide if you need them, such as the following:
- Adapted polling booths
- Large print versions of ballot papers
- Tactile voting devices (for blind or partially sighted voters)
- Pencils with grips
- Assistance from the Presiding Officer
You can choose anyone aged over 18 to accompany you in the polling station to help you vote.
Make a support request
If you need additional support, we are here to help.
You can make a support request by completing an online form: https://www.bathnes.gov.uk/form/voter-assistance-contact-form
We will be in touch to ensure that we put in place the support you need.
If you prefer to speak to us on the phone, please call 01225 477333.
Alternatively you can email elections@bathnes.gov.uk
If you are able to let us know your needs in advance, it will make it easier for us to provide you with a quick and convenient service on polling day.