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There are two registers. Why?
Using information received from the public, registration officers keep two registers – the electoral register and the open register (also known as the edited register).
The electoral register
The electoral register lists the names and addresses of everyone who is registered to vote in public elections. The register is used for electoral purposes, such as making sure only eligible people can vote. It is also used for other limited purposes specified in law, such as:
- detecting crime (e.g. fraud)
- calling people for jury service
- checking credit applications
The open register
The open register is an extract of the electoral register, but is not used for elections. It can be bought by any person, company or organisation. For example, it is used by businesses and charities to confirm name and address details. Your name and address will be included in the open register unless you ask for them to be removed. Removing your details from the open register does not affect your right to vote. You can find more information about both registers and how they may be used at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote
Your personal information
This information is collected as part of my official authority to compile, publish and maintain Electoral Registers as required by law. The Electoral Registration Officer is the Data Controller: David C Thomson, 235 Dumbarton Road, Clydebank, G81 4XJ Telephone: 0141 562 1200. Further information on how your personal information is used including who it is shared with and your rights can be found at saa.gov.uk/dab-vjb/privacy-notices
