People can now apply to vote by post in Jersey's June election.
On Sunday 7 June, islanders will be heading to polling stations to elect senators, deputies and constables.
All voters can choose to cast their ballots by post by completing the form before noon on 30 April.
Officials say it's a particularly useful for islanders who'll be on holiday on polling day, those with reduced mobility and students studying away.
Judicial Greffier, Rebecca Morely-Kirk said: ‘Postal voting ensures that every eligible Islander can take part in our democratic process – even if life commitments mean it’s difficult to make it to the polling station on Election Day.
"Whether you are on Island or not, voters have the option to apply for postal voting. Every ballot cast strengthens Jersey’s democracy, and postal voting offers a convenient way to ensure your voice is heard and your vote counts.’
Forms can be downloaded from vote.je or collected from the Judicial Greffe (Royal Square), States Greffe (Morier House) or Parish Halls.
Once completed and signed, the paperwork can be scanned and emailed to VotingApplications@courts.je or returned by post to Postal & Pre-Poll Voting Manager, Judicial Greffe, Royal Court House, Royal Square, St. Helier, JE1 1JG.
Ballot papers will be send out in mid-May and must be completed and returned to the Judicial Greffe in the sealed envelope provided by noon on Sunday 7 June.
Anyone who registers to vote by post will be disqualified from voting in person at a polling station, unless they take and complete the postal ballot paper that has been sent to them.
A voter who changes address after applying for a postal vote must inform the Judicial Greffe by emailing VotingApplications@courts.je or calling 441300.
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