The legal basis for processing your data
The collection and retention of data from individuals and inspection of other council records is governed by legislation. Your consent or permission to use your information is not needed as we are required by the following laws to do so:
- Local Government Act 1972
- Representation of the People Act 1983
- Representation of the People Regulations 2001
- Representation of the People (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2002 and 2006
- European Parliamentary Elections (Registration of Citizens of Accession States) Regulations 2003
- European Parliamentary Elections Regulations 2004
- Local Elections (Principal Areas) Rules 2006
- Representation of the People (England and Wales) (Amendment) (No 2) 2006
- Electoral Administration Act 2006
- Local Authorities (Mayoral Elections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007
- Greater London Authority Elections Rules 2007
- European Parliamentary Elections (Amendment) Regulations 2009
- The Local Authorities (Mayoral Elections) (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2011
- Greater London Authority Elections (Amendment) Rules 2012
- Neighbourhood Planning (Referendums) Regulations 2012
- Electoral Registration and Administration Act 2013
- Voter Identification Regulations 2022
It is a legal requirement to provide the ERO your personal data when requested. Whilst it is not a legal requirement to vote, it is a legal requirement for all eligible electors to be registered to vote.