Brits in Cyprus Urged to Vote in UK Elections

Following a decision announced in the early hours of the morning, the over 40,000 British citizens living in Cyprus will now no longer lose their right to vote in their country’s elections after 15 consecutive years of living outside their home country.

“It’s important that eligible people are made aware of the changes so that they can register to vote and cast a ballot when the time comes,” Siddiq said.

“If you used to live in the UK or know anyone who did, let them know they may be able to have their say at the next UK general election. It only takes five minutes to register, and it can be done online … It’s also now possible to apply online to vote by post or proxy,” he said.

British nationals who take up their newly won right to vote will be registered in the parliamentary constituency of their most recent address in the United Kingdom.

The move looks set to be a last-ditch attempt by the country’s ruling party to win back some votes, as current opinion polling in the country looks less than favourable for the Conservatives.

At present, the Conservative Party, led by Rishi Sunak, trails the Labour Party by upwards of 15 per cent in opinion polls, and looks likely to face a historic landslide defeat at the next election.

The next United Kingdom general election is due to take place by January 28, 2025.

Source: Cyprus Mail