Information about Elections Taking Place In Your Area

• How will I know when an election is coming up in my area?
• When are the next elections in Wrexham?
• Can I vote in local government elections?
• Who is standing for election?
• Where can I get information about candidates?
• How do I find out the name of my MP?

How will I know when an election is coming up in my area? 

If you are registered to vote, electoral services will send you a poll card towards the end of March telling you when an election is happening and where and when you need to vote. However, it is possible that some elections will be uncontested, in which case, we will write to all electors in these areas to advise that they will not be required to vote as the Candidates have been returned opposed.

This just means that If the number of validly nominated candidates does not exceed the number of vacancies, they will be declared elected and these will be no need for a vote.

You can find out if an election is coming up in your area by going to our 'Who is standing in my area?' page. This information will be published around 8 April 2008.

When are the next elections in Wrexham?

Elections are being held throughout Wrexham County Borough to elect both local councillors to the County Borough Council and to all Community Councils. The elections are being held on Thursday 1 May 2008.

Can I vote in local government elections?

You can vote in local government elections if you have registered to vote in time for the election and are:

• a British citizen living in the UK
• a Commonwealth citizen living in the UK
• a citizen of the Irish Republic living in the UK
• a European Union citizen living in the UK
• registered to vote as a Crown Servant
• registered to vote as a service voter

You cannot vote in local government elections if you are:

• a British citizen living abroad and are registered as an overseas elector

Who is standing for election?

You should visit our 'Who is standing in my area?' page to find out who is standing in the local elections in your area. This information will be published around 8 April 2008.

Where can I get information about candidates? 

There is no official source, so you should visit candidate websites, party websites, or write to the party. A list of candidates standing in each area will be available within these pages. 

How do I find out the name of my MP? 

You can find out the name of your MP and other representatives on our 'Who Represents Me?' page or by contacting Electoral Services.