Racism transcends politics


BLACKLIVESMATTER.UK is NOT operating or acting as a member of nor connected with any political party. We are non-partisan and fundamentally a non-political platform, however in a democracy YOU have the right to know and to educate young people on their right to vote in a democracy as a full participating citizen of the United Kingdom


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THE VOICE OF BLACK COMMUNITIES' MATTERS


We all strive for societal change, and a fundamental way to bring about change in a democratic system is by exercising our voting rights in both local and national elections.


Take a moment to register to vote now, it only requires 5 minutes of your time.


Every Black vote carries weight, whether it's to support your preferred candidate or to use it as a form of protest vote against existing powers. Empowering minority communities to actively participate in the British democratic process is essential.

It’s important to note that a united voting community has the potential to significantly impact election outcomes across various constituencies in local and national elections.


However, to make a difference, voter registration is crucial. Don’t wait until the last minute – register today and be prepared for when the time comes.


If you have a child who is nearing voting age, encourage them to register early as well. Remember, the registration process is quick and easy, taking only 5 minutes.


CLICK HERE for resources for young people


Did you know that young people can register as early as 16 years old to vote at 18yrs,14 years and above in Scotland and Wales, but cannot vote to 16yrs

Register to vote - GOV.UK



Find out about elections in your area

Find contact details for the electoral services team at your local council and polling station information


Who's my local MP?


You can contact your MP when you, or people living in your area, are affected by decisions made by the UK Parliament or by the Government. MPs represent all the people in their local area, whether they vote for them or not. 


Who is my MP?

Who your MP is depends on where you live. The UK is divided into 650 areas called constituencies, and each constituency is represented by one MP. MPs will generally only act on behalf of people who live in their own constituency, so please check you are contacting the right MP for your address.


You can use your postcode or a place name to search our Find your MP service and find out the name of your MP and how to make contact.









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