The deadline to become a candidate in the 7 May elections has passed. Find out about the postal vote opening sessions for candidates and election agents.
Deadline for nominations
The deadline has passed for nominating yourself to be a candidate in the 7 May elections.
Postal vote opening sessions
If you are a local candidate or election agent, you can attend the postal vote opening sessions. You can also choose up to 2 postal vote agents to observe.
If you or your representative(s) would like to observe the postal vote opening process, you need to give at least 48 hours' notice to our Returning Officer.
We will provide you with a form so you can appoint your postal voting agents.
| Postal vote opening session | Venue |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 28 April at 10.30am | Wellington Room at the Council Offices |
| Wednesday 29 April at 10.30am | Wellington Room at the Council Offices |
| Thursday 30 April at 10.30am | Wellington Room at the Council Offices |
| Friday 1 May at 10.30am | Wellington Room at the Council Offices |
| Tuesday 5 May at 10.30am | Wellington Room at the Council Offices |
| Wednesday 6 May at 10.30am | Wellington Room at the Council Offices |
| Thursday 7 May at 2pm | Wellington Room at the Council Offices |
| Thursday 7 May at 10pm | Count venue at Princes Hall, Aldershot |
Information about being a councillor
Please visit our how to become a councillor page for more information about being a councillor in Rushmoor.
Hampshire County Council also has information about becoming a county councillor.
The Electoral Commission - guidance for candidates and agents page provides practical advice for anyone who wants to stand as a candidate or be an agent.
There is also government guidance setting out what candidates need to know and do about their security - GOV.UK - candidate security guidance.
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