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Current Elections

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Local government elections are being held on Thursday, 03 May 2012

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Polling Station opening times

Polling stations open at 7am and close at 10pm.

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Registration deadlines

  • New applications for entry on the electoral register: 5pm Wednesday 18 April
  • Alterations to existing entries on the electoral register: 5pm Wednesday 18 April
  • New postal vote applications: 5pm Wednesday 18 April
  • New proxy vote applications: 5pm Wednesday 25 April

You must have an entry on the electoral register in order to vote by post or proxy.  If you have any queries relating to these deadlines, or if you want to confirm that you are registered, please telephone 01424 451087.

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Information about standing as a Candidate in a Local Election

The Electoral Commission website provides practical advice for anyone who wants to stand as a Candidate in Local Government Elections.

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