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Voting in Meath

Meath is divided into areas for the purpose of elections and voting. Where you are registered will determine where you cast your vote and who you may vote for.

These divisions or boundaries are different for Dáil or general elections and referenda than they are for local elections where a greater number of candidates are elected. They are determined at Ministerial level. The locations at which you may vote (polling stations) in each district are appointed through a polling scheme which is approved at Council level.

For leaflets in various languages on how Members of Local Authorities are elected, visit the Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government website.

Dáil Constituencies

Dáil Constituencies are used for General elections where representatives are elected to the Dáil or national government.The constituency you are registered in will affect where you vote and who you may vote for.

Electoral Areas / Municipal Districts

Your County Councillors are elected on the basis of Local Electoral Areas; there are 6 in County Meath.

Facilities for Voters with a Disability

There are a variety of special arrangements in place to assist those with certain disabilities to exercise their right to vote.

Polling Schemes

A polling Scheme divides the county into Electoral Areas, Electoral Divisions, Polling Districts and Townlands for the purposes of Dáil elections and local elections and appoints a polling place for each polling district.

Postal and Special Voting

While you are ordinarily required to vote in person at a designated polling station, you may be able to register to vote by post or other means in certain circumstances.

Where to Vote

How to find out where you should vote