RESIDENTS have been warned that time is running out for them to register to vote in the next election.

Oxford City Council has already sent reminders to every household and is now reminding locals that their cut-off date to get on the next electoral register is November 30 – next Friday.

Until then the authority has said it will have canvassers out and about visiting all those who have not yet replied.

The electoral register is the list of everyone who is entitled to vote in elections. Those not on the register will not be able to vote.

The quickest and easiest way to register is by going to gov.uk/register-to-vote

Residents can also register by phone or text (the details are on the form) or return the paper form by post.

Oxford City Council returning officer Anita Bradley said: "If you want to have a say on how the council or the Government is run, you need to vote. And to vote you need to be registered.

"Taking part in the democratic process is a well-founded right, but we all need to be sure that we register to take part. It doesn't take long to register and it will ensure you can exercise your voice through the ballot box."

Everyone aged 18 and over who is eligible to vote may register.

For more information phone 01865 249811 or email elections@oxford.gov.uk