What Is the Deadline to Apply for a Postal Vote?

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To apply for a postal vote in Bolton for the upcoming local elections on 7 May 2026, the deadline is 5pm on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.

Here’s a quick summary of the key dates related to postal voting:

Action Deadline
Apply for postal vote 5pm, Tuesday 21 April 2026
Apply for proxy vote 5pm, Tuesday 28 April 2026

Make sure to submit your application on time, and you can apply online or use a paper application form. If you need more information, feel free to check Bolton's voting page.

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Postal vote Residents to be contacted about postal vote changes Get ready to vote: ID, postal votes, and polling station assistance Last chance to register to vote for the first elected GM Mayor

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