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<p>The referendum on membership of the European Union is a decision of fundamental
importance for the future of the country<strong>. </strong>The Government is committed
to helping ensure that everyone who is eligible to vote in this referendum is able
to do so.</p><p>The Electoral Commission’s public awareness campaign plays an essential
role in explaining to the electorate the importance of registering to vote. As it
has done previously ahead of the 2015 General Election, the Government aims to complement
and amplify the Electoral Commission’s work to maximise the number of people reached
by voter registration communications to ensure that electors can have their say on
23 June. The Government will allocate up to £7.5m for a range of voter registration
activity, including funding local authorities and civil society organisations.</p><p>The
Electoral Commission and Cabinet Office have been in regular dialogue on encouraging
voter registration.</p>
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