Local elections 2023

Local elections will be held in Telford & Wrekin on Thursday 4 May 2023.

New ward boundaries

The new electoral arrangements / electoral wards will come into effect for the May 2023 Local elections.

• View the new electoral arrangements.
• View the new Parish seats.
• View the new Borough seats.

New ID requirement

This will be the first time that voter identification will be required to be shown by all voters at a polling station. Voters at the polling station will need to show just one of the accepted forms of photo ID. If you don't have accepted photo ID, you can apply for a free voter ID document, which is known as a Voter Authority Certificate.

Find out more information on Voter ID and polling station accessibility.

Information for candidates

If you are thinking about standing for election within Telford and Wrekin please contact nominations2023@telford.gov.uk for more information.

Prospective candidates and agents briefing

We are holding two prospective candidates and agents briefing sessions, we will provide information about:

• the nomination process
• voter ID
• details of future briefing sessions.

Details of the sessions are as follows:

• Wednesday 22 March 2023: 5pm – 6pm.

The briefing sessions will be held at Addenbrooke House, Ironmasters Way, Telford, TF3 4NT. Parking will available outside the building and access can be made via the door on the left.

Please email nominations2023@telford.gov.uk to confirm your attendance.

Last updated: 20/03/2023 13:04