EVERY VOTE COUNTS ON 4TH JULY TO REJECT MORE AUSTERITY
SNP MSP for Renfrewshire North and West has told voters to ensure their voice is heard at the polls on Thursday.
There have been reports of postal delays affecting many voters across Scotland, with many not receiving their ballot papers prior to going on holiday.
This, combined with Westminster’s Voter ID laws that will be imposed for the first time at this General Election, could lead to many voters being disenfranchised.
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EVERY VOTE COUNTS ON 4TH JULY TO REJECT MORE AUSTERITY
Commenting, SNP MSP for Renfrewshire North and West, Natalie Don, said:
“It’s deeply concerning that delays in the postal system will mean that some of those who had signed up for a postal ballot to cast their vote ahead of the 4th July won’t have their voices heard – in an election in Scotland that’s on a knife edge.
“The calling of this election has been done at a time which is inconvenient for many Scots, with the school holidays already starting and families heading off on well-earned breaks.
“On top of this, Westminster has imposed a new law on Scotland meaning those who are voting in person on Thursday will have to show an accepted form of ID.
“This is wrong, and the SNP opposed this unnecessary measure every step of the way – voting is a democratic right that should be accessible and easy for everyone.
“I have been reassured by Renfrewshire Council that the vast majority of Postal Votes were handed to the Royal Mail on 18th and 19th June, with the remainder being handed over on the 24th June.
“However, anyone who has lost, spoiled, or has not received their postal vote can visit Renfrewshire House in Paisley with photographic ID to have a ballot reissued.
“Inverclyde Council, which covers Bridge of Weir and Houston, has also reassured me that all postal ballot packs, apart from the most recent applications, should now have been delivered.
“However, a replacement for any undelivered or lost postal votes can be collected from Inverclyde Council’s Customer Service Centre in the Municipal Buildings, Greenock. An appointment can be made by calling 01475 712 126 or emailing elections@inverclyde.gov.uk, but appropriate photo ID must be brought to allow the packs to be issued.
“If you are having any issues accessing your postal vote, or if you have any issues voting on Thursday 4 July, please do not hesitate to get in touch with my constituency office for assistance. The Electoral Registration Office can also be contacted directly on 0300 300 0150.”