By-election confirmed for St James’s ward
A by-election for St James’s ward will take place on Thursday 29 October, Dudley Council has confirmed today.
The by-election follows the resignation of former councillor Ivor Robinson.
The Notice of Election has been published today. Anyone wishing to stand as a candidate must deliver their nomination papers to Electoral Services at The Council House, Priory Road, Dudley, DY1 1HF by 4pm on Friday 2 October. Further information on the nomination process is available on the council’s website.
Residents must be registered to vote by 11.59pm on Tuesday 13 October. The deadline to apply for a postal vote is 5pm on Wednesday 14 October, while applications for a proxy vote must be received by 5pm on Wednesday 21 October.
Voters attending a polling station must bring an accepted form of photo ID. This includes passports, driving licence and certain travel passes. A full list of accepted identification is available on the Dudley Council website.
Anyone who does not have an accepted form of photo ID can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate. Applications must be submitted by 5pm on Wednesday 21 October.
Balvinder Heran, chief executive and returning officer, said:
“Residents planning to vote in the St James’s ward by-election should make sure they are registered and have everything they need ahead of polling day.
“If you are voting at a polling station, you will need an accepted form of photo ID or a free Voter Authority Certificate. Anyone wishing to vote by post or proxy should also ensure they apply before the relevant deadlines.”
For more information about the by-election, registering to vote or voter ID requirements, visit Dudley Council’s website www.dudley.gov.uk/elections.