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Local elections are run by local councils. Each council appoints an electoral officer to conduct its election.
The Electoral Commission’s role is to make sure people are enrolled to vote and provide each council with electoral roll information that is up to date. We are not involved in the conduct or administration of local elections.
Your local council will have information about the elections in your area.
Use the contact information below to get in touch with your council or electoral officer if you have any questions about the local elections, if you need to cast a special vote, or have an enquiry about election advertising.
Last updated 3 October 2025.