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Old Feb 18th 2024, 10:05 am
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The law recently changed in the UK to allow British citizens living overseas to vote. This right was previously lost after fifteen years aboard :

https://www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

With a UK General Election coming up, now is a good time to register and request your postal vote.
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Old Feb 20th 2024, 8:04 pm
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Thank you! I was always more than a little peeved that my rights to vote in UK elections were withdrawn. I've now registered,
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Old Feb 22nd 2024, 6:58 pm
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I was more than peeved I wasn't allowed to vote in the Referendum. With the numbers of people living all over Europe I suspect it might have been even closer than 52-48.
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Old Feb 26th 2024, 3:06 pm
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<mount soapbox>

For those not intending to vote because of disinterest or lack of appealing choice, please still register. It only takes a moment.

A potential voter who is not registered is a voice ignored but a registered voter choosing not to vote is a choice. Don't let others claim your silent agreement.

The UK Government affects pensions, investments, and international policies – all of which can directly affect those living aboard.

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- https://fullfact.org/europe/how-many...-eu-countries/
- https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-46632854
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