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Elections and Referendums
Upcoming elections and referendums
Two by-elections are due to take place on Tuesday 3 September.
On Tuesday 3 September 2024, there will be a by-election for a vacancy of Borough Councillor in Priory Ward and 2 vacancies for Parish Councillor at Borden Parish Council.
Election timetable
Monday 29 July | Notice of Election published |
Tuesday 6 August | Candidate nomination deadline, 4pm |
Thursday 15 August | Register to vote deadline, midnight |
Friday 16 August | Postal vote, including cancellation, amendment deadline, 5pm |
Friday 23 August | Proxy vote deadline, 5pm |
Friday 23 August | Voter Authority Certificate (VAC) deadline, 5pm |
Tuesday 3 September | Emergency proxy application deadline, 5pm |
Tuesday 3 September | Temporary Voter Authority Certificate (VAC) deadline, 5pm |
Tuesday 3 September | Polling day |
Candidates
Candidate nomination packs for the upcoming by-elections are available from the Electoral Commission.
The deadline for submitting nominations is 4pm on Tuesday 6 August 2024. Nominations must be submitted by hand and a prior appointment should be arranged by contacting elections@swale.gov.uk or phoning 01795 417558.
Election notices
You can download the: