Important dates for local election
Key dates to remember
| Event | Date |
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Publication of notice of election |
26 March 2026 |
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Close of nominations |
9 April 2026 at 4pm |
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Deadline for receiving applications for registration |
20 April 2026 at midnight |
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Deadline for new postal vote applications and for changes to existing postal or proxy votes |
21 April 2026 at 5pm |
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Deadline to apply for free voter ID |
28 April 2026 at 5pm |
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Deadline for receiving new applications to vote by proxy (not postal proxy or emergency proxies) |
28 April 2026 at 5pm |
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Polling day |
Thursday 7 May 2026 from 7am to 10pm |
