Notices
Nominations Packs
Nomination packs to apply to stand as a candidate will be available from 10 March 2021.
To request a Nomination pack please email your details and the name of the division you wish to stand in.
Nomination packs will be informally checked online (or via a scanned image) 29 March – 1 April.
You should make an appointment to formally submit your pack 6-8 April by hand between 10am-4pm. The deadline is 4pm on 8 April.
Contact the Elections office via – electoral@fylde.gov.uk or 01253 658549 or 658542
Candidates and Agents Meeting
We will be holding a virtual Candidates and Agents briefing on Wednesday 14 April at 5pm.
Please register your interest of attendance by emailing electoral@fylde.gov.uk
Notice of Public Buildings
The notice of public buildings can be viewed here.
Important Dates
Deadline for Registration – Monday 19 April 2021
Deadline to apply for a postal vote – 5pm on Tuesday 20 April 2021
Deadline to apply for a proxy vote – 5pm on Tuesday 27 April 2021
Please note: Change in polling station for Ansdell (AA) and Clifton (D) from Lytham Hall Park to Fylde Rugby Club (this year only)
Emergency Proxy
Electors can apply for an emergency proxy if they are self-isolating or have Covid symptoms. Electors will also be able to change the name of an existing proxy up until 5pm on polling day, should their proxy show symptoms.
When visiting the polling station we ask that you:
- Wear a face covering unless you have a valid exemption
- Bring your own pen or pencil
- Follow signs and guidance from staff at the station to adhere to social distancing
The Count
The Verification will be held on Friday 7 May.
Lancashire County Council Count will be held on Saturday 8 May. (Results will be posted on this page).
Police and Crime Commissioner Count will be held on Monday 10 May. (Local results will be posted on the website)