The Representation of the People (Form of Canvass) (Scotland) Regulations 2006

PART 2 Form of words about the two versions of the register

The two versions of the register

The electoral registration officer makes and keeps two versions of the electoral register – the full register and the edited register.

Please say in your application if you wish your name and address to be excluded from the edited register.

What are the “full” and “edited” registers?

The full register lists the name and address of everyone who is registered to vote. The council holds a copy. Anyone can look at it, but it is a criminal offence to supply or use copies for purposes other than those set down in law. More information is available at www.aboutm yvote.co.uk.

The main use of the full register is to show who can vote in elections and referendums. Credit reference agencies can use it, but only to check your name and address if you are applying for credit and for other purposes specified in law. It can also be used for law enforcement.

The edited register is available for general sale and can be used for any purpose. The edited register can be bought by any person, company or organisation and can be used for commercial activities such as marketing.