Becoming a Candidate
Anyone considering standing as a candidate or an agent is strongly advised to read guidance and information provided by the Electoral Commission which can be found on the Local elections in England page of the Electoral Commission website.
In addition to meeting at least one qualification, you must ensure that you are not disqualified from standing. Please refer to the Electoral Commission’s guidance on qualifications and disqualifications.
Important guidance documents
Guidance documents for candidates and agents are available to download below.
- Election timetable
- Lincolnshire police letter
- Candidates imprint fact-sheet
- Code of conduct for campaigners
- Highways Act 1980 section 132
- Election candidate and agent privacy notice
Campaigning
As with national elections, you and your campaigners should also have regard to the Electoral Commission's Code of Conduct for Campaigners, which outlines what is, and what is not, acceptable behaviour at polling stations and in the community during the lead up to polling day.
For any further information about the election please contact the Elections Office at North Kesteven District Council on 01529 308352 or by email elections@n-kesteven.gov.uk
For information relating to the role of a Lincolnshire County Councillor please contact democraticservices@lincolnshire.gov.uk or phone 01522 552840.