Those who lived through the dark days of the two World Wars are with us in ever decreasing numbers. They knew first-hand where Nationalism can lead us. They were the experts in the effects of War in Europe as they saw it first-hand. We should listen to them by following their example and seek to be at the heart of the European club of nations, not run away from it, simply because we don’t understand the rules.

Non UK EU nationals living in the UK can vote in the European Parliamentary Elections due to be held in the UK on 23 May. However even if they are registered to vote in the UK for local council elections, if they want to vote for a UK MEP they have to complete a separate form and deliver it to their local electoral registration office by 7 May.

Every 5 years since 1979 voters in Lincolnshire have had the opportunity to elect Members of the European Parliament. The next elections are due to be held across Europe between 23 May and 26 May. A total of 751 MEPs currently represent more than 512 million people from 28 member states. The UK has 73 seats. If a Brexit deal is not agreed beforehand, the UK will take part in elections on Thursday 23 May 2019.