Election Date

Thursday 22 May 2014 is the election date in the UK. 

On Sunday 25 May 2014 the results will be announced.

As the nation heads to the polls next Thursday it seems many don't know who they will vote for or may not vote at all. The European Union (EU) is a hugely influential body and everyday its policies directly impact British people. Despite this only 43 per cent of British voters showed up to vote at the last election.

This perhaps reflects common held views that the European Union is overly complex, difficult to understand, and disconnected or irrelevant to Britons.

Given the influence the EU has on everyday life it is hugely important that voters actively engage. Voting is a crucial way for people to have their say and hold the European Parliament and MEPs to account.

The Evangelical Alliance believes in having a strong and engaged political process and for this reason is encouraging people to show up and vote.

Find out how to vote here. 

You can find a guide on understanding the European Union here. 

How the European elections work

Choose who's in charge

Happy voting

USEFUL LINKS

Have your say

• Petitions: Every European citizen can petition MEPs as long as they fall with the EU's remit. For more information: http://www.europarl.europa.eu/aboutparliament/en/00533cec74/Petitions.html
• Raise concerns with the Ombudsman: The European Ombudsman is independently appointed by Parliament and can investigate concerns about the maladministration or abuse of power by EU institutions. For more information: http://www.ombudsman.europa.eu/shortcuts/contacts.faces
• Contact your local MEP: http://www.europarl.org.uk/en/your_meps/list-meps-by-region.html
• Get involved with a political party: http://www.elections2014.eu/en/european-political-parties