The Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 2006 apply to the election…
Ordinary elections for parish councils are held every four years, on the first Thursday in May. In…
Where an insufficient number of candidates are validly nominated at an ordinary local council elect…
A 'casual vacancy' is created by a councillor's resignation, disqualification, non- attendance for…
Casual vacancies occur if a councillor: fails to deliver their declaration of acceptance of office…
Vacancies may exist following an election in which there were insufficient candidates, or during th…
Councillors automatically retire and new councillors take office on the fourth day following the da…
NALC have provided a range of resources which are available by using this link to a dedicated page…