An online voter's guide to the European elections: explaining how to vote, what to expect on your ballot paper, how the voting system works and MEPs are elected, and how you can make the most of your vote. Plus commentary and analysis on the election, the results and the reaction afterwards. All this coming from the election experts at Make Votes Count and the Electoral Reform Society.
The European Parliamentary elections are different than a local or general election. Because of the proportional voting system used for electing MEPs, "every vote counts".
The action of voters gives parties seats, not the system. For electing MEPs, voting is straightforward and empowering.
- Your Vote Counts
- Vote Your Values
- Vote to reduce the chances of extremists being elected
"At last there is the opportunity for individuals and community groups throughout the region who want to make a stand at the ballot box and in their community. We can all organise, campaign and get out the vote in our own areas, and make that difference"
Malcolm Clark
Director, Make Votes Count
Download MVC's "Your Vote Counts in the European Elections" flyer or easy-print one pager (pdf) to get this information in printable form and to pass on to other people.
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