How many people have returned their voter registration forms? The basis of any democracy is the right to demonstrate your approval or disapproval of your elected representative and you can only do this effectively through the ballot box.
As a Liberal Democrat (but I'm sure members of other political parties would agree with me), I realise while our current first past the post system is not perfect, it is the only one we have. I am a passionate advocate of democracy and believe we have a duty to use our votes at every opportunity.
Show your interest by returning your registration form now. With local elections and possibly a General Election next spring, by registering now you can participate in the greatest exercise of local democracy and use your vote in May.
-Coun Laura Murphy, Old Orchard Place, Hailsham
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