The next scheduled election is the local election on Thursday 7 May 2026.
You must be registered to vote in the 2026 local election. You must register by midnight on Monday 20 April 2026.
You can vote in person, by post or by proxy. Find out how to vote and what to expect on election day.
Find out key dates and deadlines for registering to vote, Voter Authority Certificates, postal and proxy applications.
Find out who can vote in the 2026 local election.
Find out about the Electoral Services Annual Canvass 2025, including how it works, who can be included on the register, communication methods and FAQs.
View detailed results from previous local, parliamentary, and Police & Crime Commissioner elections dating back to 2015, including by-elections and referendums.
Learn how to request a mayoral referendum and check the minimum number of electors required for a valid petition.