The deadline for registering to vote has now passed.
The deadline for postal vote applications has now passed.
Register to vote
You need to be registered to vote before you can vote in the county council elections on Thursday 1 May 2025.
To check if you’re already registered, you’ll need to contact the electoral registration office at your local district council.
The Electoral Commission website has everything you need to know about voting and elections including a how to find your electoral registration office.
If you're away when the election is being held, or unable to get to a polling station, you can apply for a postal vote.
Register to vote or update your details
Who can I vote for?
You will be able to vote for the county councillor representing the area you live in.
A list of names for those standing in each electoral division will be available in early April 2025.
Why should I vote?
By voting you are exercising your democratic right to have a say over the issues that affect you.
Your councillors vote on important local matters that affect you and your family including:
- Public health services
- Education
- Children and family services
- Highways and transport
- Adult social care
- Libraries and museums
When will I know who my new county councillor is?
The results of the 2025 election will be declared on Friday 2 May with counts starting at 11.30am on the elections 2025 page.. You'll be able to see them on a dedicated webpage on this website as soon as they're declared.
Once elected, your councillor is there to serve you and your community. You can contact them about any issues or problems that you think need addressing.