A by-election will be held on 15 September 2022 for the Oak Tree ward of Mansfield District Council following the death of Councillor Vaughan Hopewell.
The Notice of Election will be published on 8 August 2022. Candidates need to submit their nomination papers by Thursday 18 August at 4pm. Nomination packs can be obtained by emailing elections@mansfield.gov.uk.
The run-up to the election will adopt the following timetable:
Thursday 18 August - close of nominations for candidates (at 4pm).
Friday 19 August - statement of persons nominated to be published (by 4pm).
Tuesday 30 August - deadline to register to vote.
Wednesday 31 August - deadline to apply for a postal vote (by 5pm).
Wednesday 7 September - deadline to apply to vote by proxy - normal applications and non-medical emergencies (by 5pm).
Thursday 15 September - polling day.
Returning Officer for Mansfield Adam Hill said: "This Mansfield District Council by-election is being held following the death of Councillor Hopewell who was elected to represent the ward in May 2011.
"If you have not registered to vote already, please make sure you do so by Tuesday 30 August in order to have your say in these elections."
The easiest way to register is online on the government website (link opens in new window).
Residents can visit the Elections 2023 page on the council website (link opens in new window) to find out more about the district and Mayoral elections. The page will be updated with new information as it becomes available.
Any residents who have questions can also contact their local elections team at the council by email at elections@mansfield.gov.uk or call 01623 463345.