Things can often get lost or forgotten when moving house.

But with European and Essex County Council elections fast-approaching, Tendring's Electoral Registration Officer John Hawkins is urging people to make sure their right to vote isn't one of them.

"If you have moved house since last autumn - whether you've moved a couple of streets or to a different part of the UK, or whether you've bought your home, or are renting - you need to make sure you update your details," he said.

"This needs to be done by Tuesday May 19 if you want to vote on June 4."

Mr Hawkins has teamed up with the Electoral Commission for a national "Register to Vote Week" (May 4-10).

Both want to make sure that nothing comes between Tendring residents and their chance to have a say on June 4 on who represents them.

If you're not sure whether you are on the electoral register or would like to be sent a registration form, contact Judith Raison TDC's Electoral Services Manager on 01255 686586 or visit www.aboutmyvote.co.uk, where you can download a form.

You can also get information about the elections and even visit a virtual polling station.

Tuesday May 19 is also the deadline to apply for a postal vote or cancel or request changes to your existing postal vote.

23/4/09