THOSE intending to cast their ballot in May’s county council elections are being asked to make sure they have registered to vote.

All seats on Devon County Council are up for grabs on Thursday, May 1.

Teignbridge District Council (TDC) is responsible for overseeing the elections for each of the ten County Divisions within its area.

To vote in these elections, you must be registered.

The last day to register is Friday, April 11.

‘Remember, if you have moved house recently or got married you will need to register to vote at your new address or in your new name’ TDC said in its latest newsletter to residents.

‘Also, if you or someone you know has just turned 18, they are not automatically registered to vote, and will need to register.

‘You can vote by post, proxy or in person but if you’re planning to vote by post or proxy vote you must register to do this by 5pm on Monday, April 14’ the council added.

Polling stations will be open on Thursday, May 1 from 7am to 10pm, to vote in person you will need and accepted form of photo identification (ID).

If you don’t have photo ID, you can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate by 5pm on Wednesday, April 23.