The Electoral Commission provides a series of comprehensive guides and resources to support candidates and agents on the Electoral Commission website, which includes resources for standing as a independent candidate (Part 2a) and resources for standing as a party candidate (Part 2b).
The election timetable, nomination papers and supporting forms will also be available on their website:
- Electoral Commission
- Election Timetable
- Nomination Papers
- Example of how to complete nomination paperwork
If you have any queries surrounding standing as a candidate please contact the elections team:
Phone 0161 770 4712 or email:
The submission of nomination papers will be by appointment only.
Please contact the elections team to make an appointment.