Following the resignation of District Councillor David Bamford a request has now been received to fill the vacancy for the Ranskill Ward, by a poll.
The by-election will be held on Thursday 10th July. Poll cards will be sent to registered voters who are eligible to vote in this election.
Nomination forms and guidance for candidates and agents can be found on the Electoral Commission website or by contacting elections@bassetlaw.gov.uk.
Ranskill By-election Timetable
| Publication of Notice of Election | Thursday 5 June |
| Receipt of Nominations | 4:00 pm Friday 13 June |
| Withdrawal of Candidate | 4:00 pm Friday 13 June |
| Appointment of Election Agents | 4:00 pm Friday 13 June |
| Publication of Notice of Election Agents | 4:00 pm Friday 13 June |
| Publication of Statements of Persons Nominated | 4:00 pm Monday 16 June |
| Last Date for Registration | Tuesday 24 June |
| Receipt of Postal Vote Applications | 5:00 pm Wednesday 25 June |
| Last day for Voter Authority Certificates | 5:00 pm Wednesday 2 July |
| Publication of Notice of Poll | Wednesday 2 July |
| Receipt of Proxy Vote Applications | 5:00 pm Wednesday 2 July |
| Appointment of Poll and Count Agents | Thursday 3 July |
| First Day to Issue Replacement Lost Postal Ballot Papers | Friday 4 July |
| Last Day to Issue Replacement Spoilt or Lost Postal Ballot Papers | 5:00 pm Thursday 10 July |
| Receipt of Emergency Proxy Vote Applications | 5:00 pm Thursday 10 July |
| Day of Poll | 7:00 am to 10:00 pm Thursday 10 July |
Last Updated on Wednesday, June 4, 2025