Residents hoping to have their say on the outcome of next month’s General Election must make sure they are registered today before it is too late.

Today is the deadline for adding your name to the electoral register for the May 7 vote, when the country goes to the polls to decide the outcome of the next five-year parliament.

The election will also give all residents the chance to have their say on parish and district council seats in their area.

But voters must first register their names and addresses, or be turned away at the polling booth.

For more information, visit www.gov.uk/register-to-vote