Postal voters in the Western Isles urged to return their ballots in good time

Postal voters in the Western Isles are being urged to return their ballots in good time.

Ballot papers have begun arriving on doormats for the election on Thursday, May 4.

Malcolm Burr, returning officer for Western Isles Council, said: “When you receive your postal voting pack, make sure you read and follow the instructions carefully before completing your ballot paper.

“Don’t forget to include your date of birth and signature on the postal voting statement.

“Follow the instructions in the pack to make sure your vote counts”

“Postal ballot papers must be received by the Returning Officer by 10pm on May 4.

“As soon as you have completed your ballot paper and postal vote statement place it in the envelope and return it to make sure that it is received in good time.”