The Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) will issue a canvass communication to each household across Edinburgh and the Lothians from Monday 7 July 2025.
Information gathered during the 2025 Household Canvass will be used to update the electoral register which will be published on Monday 1 December 2025.
The Annual Household Canvass – How does it work?
- Data matching will establish which canvass ‘route’ each property will go down.
- The ERO uses a variety of communication methods. This can include emails, paper forms, phone calls or house visits.
- Everyone over the age of 14 can register to vote and should be included in any response.
How do you respond?
- You can respond by going to www.elecreg.co.uk/lothian-vjb. Follow the instructions provided.
- The online response channel is now closed
- No further action is necessary if you receive a paper Canvass Communication A form and no changes are required.
- Contact our office by phone on 0131 344 2500.
New Names Added During Canvass
New names added:-
- Will need to complete a registration application.
- Can go online to register at gov.uk/register-to-vote.
- Will receive an Invitation to Register form if they do not register online.
For more information about electoral registration visit the Electoral Registration section of our website HERE