Next scheduled election: Local and Mayoral election on Thursday 7 May 2026.
To vote in the Local and Mayoral election on Thursday 7 May 2026, you must:
- be registered to vote
- be 18 or over on the day of the election
- be a British, Irish, qualifying Commonwealth citizen, qualifying EU citizen
- be registered at an address in the area you want to vote in
- not be legally excluded from voting
Polling stations will be open between 7am and 10pm. Due to the recent changes in election law, you will need to bring a photographic ID with you Voter ID | Electoral Commission
Voters who have registered to vote by post will be able to post their ballot paper to the Council. If you would like to register to vote by post, please complete an online application at www.gov.uk/apply-postal-vote
Information for candidates and election agents
For information and nomination pack(s) please email akhtar.ali@newham.gov.uk
