With a generation-defining General Election now confirmed for December 12, a warning has been issued to Liverpool fans ahead of the vote.
Parliament has agreed to hold the election at the unusual winter time in a bid to break the three-year Brexit deadlock that has consumed the country.
It is hoped that an election will finally provide a clear way forward - and everyone is being urged to make sure they can take part in the crucial vote.
And today a warning has been issued to Liverpool fans to make sure they can take part too - with the Reds in action around the time of the vote.
Liverpool travel to Austria to face Red Bull Salzburg in the Champions League on December 10 - just two days before the election.
Some fans may have booked travel back to the UK on the 12th itself or later - and could risk missing election day.
Other fans have been reportedly planning to travel straight from Austria to Qatar to watch their side compete in the Club World Cup on December 18 - meaning they would definitely be out of the country for the vote.
These potential issues have been flagged by LFC fans group Spion Kop 1906 - who are urging all fans to ensure they are registered to vote - and for those travelling to ensure they take part in a postal vote before the election.
How to register to vote in a general election
You need to be on the electoral register to be able to vote in elections and referendums.
If you move home, change your name or get a new nationality, you'll need to register again.
Most voting takes place in person, so if you think you might be away from home on the day of a general election, you can register for a postal vote.
The government has an online application form for vote registration here .
You can also register by post here .
What you need to register to vote
You'll need your National Insurance number (you can find this on your payslip or any official letters about tax, pensions or benefits) and your passport if you're a British citizen living abroad.
How students can register to vote
If you're a student, you may be able to vote at either your home or term-time addresses.
You can check if you're registered by contacting your local registration office here .
It's important to note you can only vote at one address - voting more than once in the same election is illegal.
Postal vote
As mentioned earlier, a postal vote could be an important way for many travelling Liverpool fans to ensure they don't miss out on the chance to have their say in this election.
It is easy to do via a form that can be found here .
You must return your postal vote application form by 5pm, 11 working days before the poll for it to be valid.
Proxy vote
Another way for people who are unable to vote to take part is by proxy.
This means you can get someone else to vote in your place.
You can only apply for a proxy vote under certain circumstances, including:
- being away on polling day
- having a medical issue or disability
- not being able to vote in person because of work or military service
Apply for a proxy vote using a paper form. You need to send it to your local Electoral Registration Office.
Usually, you need to apply for a proxy vote at least 6 working days before election day if you want to vote in England, Scotland or Wales.
