The four Local authorities of Dublin (Dublin City Council, Fingal County Council, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and South Dublin County Council) have recently launched a campaign, calling on all Dublin residents to use the portal www.Voter.ie to register to vote, or to update their details.
This digital portal offers all residents living in Dublin aged 18 and over, an efficient and accessible way to engage in the democratic process and ensure their voice is heard in upcoming elections. People aged 16-17 can pre-register to vote now. This means that when they turn 18, they will be automatically eligible to vote. This will simplify and modernise the process for new voters and reduce the possibility of missing registration.
Recent changes in legislation underscore the importance of maintaining accurate voter information. For existing registered voters, it is crucial to update personal details, including current address and Eircode, date of birth, and Personal Public Service Number (PPSN). These updates enable local authorities to cross-reference and verify voter information, reinforcing the integrity of the voting system and upholding the principles of fairness and transparency. Registering or updating your details ensures you still have your vote.
This campaign will be rolled out across radio, outdoor, print and digital channels. Local authorities in Dublin will also undertake activities in their local areas to encourage people to get their details up to date in advance of upcoming elections.
WHAT ELECTIONS AM I ELIGIBLE TO VOTE IN?
Local election
To vote in a local election, you must:
- Be aged 18 or over
- Live in the local electoral area.
- Register to vote on www.voter.ie, if you are a resident living in Dublin.
European elections
- Every Irish citizen aged 18 and over can vote in the European election. If you are an Irish citizen but you are living in another EU country, you can vote in that country.
- If you are from another EU Member State but are living in Ireland you can vote in the European election in Ireland.
- You cannot vote in the European election in more than one constituency or country.
- Register to vote on www.voter.ie, if you are a resident living in Dublin.
General elections
You can vote in a general election if you are:
- An Irish or British citizen
- Aged 18 or over on the day of the election
- Register to vote on voter.ie, if you are a resident living in Dublin.
Presidential elections
To vote in a presidential election, you must be:
- An Irish citizen
- Aged 18 or over
- Register to vote on www.voter.ie, if you are a resident living in Dublin.
Referendums
- An Irish citizen
- Aged 18 or over
- Register to vote on www.voter.ie, if you are a resident living in Dublin.
Make sure your vote will count when it matters. Register, check or update your details on www.voter.ie today! For residents living outside of Dublin, you can visit www.checktheregister.ie to register, check or update your details.
