East Markham By-election
Following the resignation of District Councillor Gary Dinsdale a request has now been received to fill the vacancy for the East Markham Ward, by a poll.
The by-election will be held on TUESDAY 15th September. 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.
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Timetable of Proceedings for Tuesday 15 September 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of Notice of Election | Monday, 10th August 2026 |
| Receipt of Nominations | 4:00pm on Tuesday, 18th August 2026 |
| withdrawal of Candidate | 4:00pm on Tuesday, 18th August 2026 |
| Appointment of Election Agents | 4:00pm on Tuesday, 18th August 2026 |
| Publication of Notice of Election Agents | 4:00pm on Tuesday, 18th August 2026 |
| Publication of Statements of Persons Nominated | 4:00pm on Wednesday, 19th August 2026 |
| Last Date of Registration | Thursday, 27th August 2026 |
| Receipt of Postal Vote Applications | 5:00pm on Friday, 28th August 2026 |
| Last day for Voter Authority Certificates | 5:00pm on Monday, 7th September 2026 |
| Publication of Notice of Poll | Monday, 7th September 2026 |
| Receipt of Proxy Vote Applications | 5:00pm on Monday, 7th September 2026 |
| Appointment of Poll and Count Agents | Tuesday, 8th September 2026 |
| First Day to Issue Replacement of Lost Postal Ballot Papers |
Wednesday, 9th September 2026 |
| Last Day to Issue Replacement Spoilt or Lost Postal Ballot Papers |
5:00pm on Tuesday, 15th September 2026 |
| Receipt of Emergency Proxy Vote Applications |
5:00pm on Tuesday, 15th September 2026 |
| Day of Poll |
7:00am to 10:00pm on Tuesday, 15th September 2026. |
| Return of Election Expenses |
Tuesday, 20th October 2026. |
Last Updated on Thursday, July 30, 2026