The electoral roll is the official list of people registered to vote in the UK. Local councils keep it up to date, and it’s also used by certain organisations.
There are two types of electoral register:
Full Register – used for elections, jury service, and by credit reference agencies to confirm your identity. It is not publicly available.
Open Register – a version that’s available for general use and is publicly available, such as by businesses or charities. You can choose whether to be included in this register or opt out.
Why keep it updated?
It ensures you’re able to vote in elections.
It helps protect you against identity fraud.
Credit reference agencies use it to confirm your details, which means it can help maintain or improve your credit score.
If you’ve recently moved, updating your electoral roll is a simple but important step in keeping your records accurate and avoiding issues with credit checks.