Lichfield District Council by-election

The Lichfield District Council By-election will take place on 1 May 2025.

Information for candidates and agents

Nominations will open on Tuesday 25 March and will close at 4pm on Wednesday 2 April. 

We strongly suggest that candidates/agents book an appointment to during these dates to have their nomination checked before formally submitting. 

This is by appointment only and can be booked by emailing elections@lichfieddc.gov.uk

Key dates 

Close of candidate nominations

4pm 2 April 2025

Last day for applications to be included on the register of electors in order to vote in the election

11 April 2025

Last day for requests for a new postal vote or to change or cancel an existing postal vote or proxy appointment - further information.

5pm 14 April 2025

Last day to apply for a voter authority certificate. Apply online.

5pm 3 April 2025

Last day for new applications to vote by proxy (except for emergencies) - further information   

5pm 23 April 2025

First day to issue replacement lost postal ballot papers    25 April 2025

Last day for new applications to vote by proxy on grounds of medical emergency, reason of employment or due to photographic ID being lost, stolen or damaged.

5pm 1 May 2025

Last day to issue replacement spoilt or lost postal ballot papers           

5pm 1 May 2025

Notices

Results 

The results will be published following the election.