By-election called for Bolney Ward

PR2450/TS/MF - 01/08/2022

A by-election has been called for Thursday 15 September 2022 to elect a new representative for the Bolney Ward of Mid Sussex District Council.

The vacancy has arisen following the resignation of Councillor Judy Llewellyn-Burke from Mid Sussex District Council.

Candidates are yet to be determined and any registered elector in Mid Sussex is eligible for nomination.

The by-election (if contested) only concerns registered electors in the Bolney Ward of Mid Sussex; residents living in other areas of the district are not eligible to vote.

Residents have until 4pm on Thursday 18 August 2022 to submit candidate nominations. Nomination packs can be found on the Mid Sussex District Council website at www.midsussex.gov.uk/elections-voting/upcoming-elections/

The deadline for new voter registration applications is Tuesday 30 August 2022 and the deadline to apply for a postal vote is 5pm on Wednesday 31 August 2022. Recent home movers should check that they have updated the electoral register and will be eligible to vote.

Guidance on becoming an election candidate and the various election procedures is available online from the Electoral Commission at www.electoralcommission.org.uk.

For any questions regarding registration or the electoral process please contact the Mid Sussex District Council Electoral Services team on 01444 477003 or email elections@midsussex.gov.uk.

ENDS