Candidates and agents

To become a Councillor you can stand as a candidate either for a registered political party or as an independent candidate.

You must be: 

• over 18 years of age
• a British citizen
• an eligible Commonwealth citizen
• a citizen of the Republic of Ireland
• a qualifying EU citizen or an EU citizen with retained rights

Find out more on the Electoral Commission Candidates and Agents Guidance

 

If you're interested in standing as a candidate

We'll be holding a briefing on Thursday 12 March. If you would like to attend or for more information email electoral.services@redbridge.gov.uk