Voting and elections

Whether you’re a member of the public, an elected MP or candidate, you can help people who are deaf, or have hearing loss or tinnitus be better represented and heard by Government.

Find advice on how to vote, how to campaign inclusively, and what we’re calling for from Government in our manifestos below.

What we’re calling for: our manifestos

RNID manifesto for the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections

Ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections, our manifesto outlines the actions needed to improve access for people who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus in Scotland.

Loud and clear: our manifesto for the Welsh Government

Our Loud and clear manifesto sets out the changes needed to improve access, inclusion and support for people who are deaf or have hearing loss in Wales.

Loud and Clear: our manifesto for the UK Government

Discover our demands for Westminster to improve access to healthcare and information for people who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus in the UK.

Information for voters

Illustration of a young man with an assistive hearing device casting his vote.

Voting in UK elections

Find out how to vote in UK elections as a deaf person, or someone with hearing loss and tinnitus, including how to register and what ID to bring.

Information for candidates and MPs

Influence government to make life more accessible for your deaf constituents

Find out how, as a parliamentary representative, you can be deaf aware, listen to your constituents and use your voice to help remove barriers

Running an accessible election campaign

An accessible election campaign helps everyone take part in democracy. Learn how to make your campaign more inclusive for voters who are deaf or have hearing loss, from accessible communications to inclusive events.

Check your hearing

Inclusive workplaces

'It does matter'

Our research impact