UK Government reinstates voting rights for UK citizens living abroad
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Hi all,
At last! Announced by the UK Government this morning, I know this news will be welcomed by many UK citizens who have lived long-term in Spain and been denied their democratic rights in the UK:
"UK General elections
From 16 January 2024, British citizens living abroad who have previously lived in the UK or been registered to vote in the UK at some point in their lives, are now eligible to register to vote in UK general elections regardless of how long they’ve been living outside the UK. A new law has removed the previous 15-year time limit.
You can:
Your overseas declaration is valid for 3 years. You will need to confirm your personal information every 3 years."
Kind regards,
Kim