Election information for potential candidates

Elections in Worcester

2026 elections

There are no scheduled elections in Worcester City for 2026. If this changes and any unscheduled elections are called, this page will be updated as soon as possible.

2027 elections

An election is expected to take place on Thursday 06 May 2027 to elect councillors to a new authority as part of the Government’s timetable for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).

About the new council

Further details about how the election will be run, such as the number of councillors, wards, and nomination processes, will be confirmed once the relevant legislation is published. This legislation is expected in Autumn 2026.

For background information on LGR, you can visit the City Council website page.

Information for prospective candidates

If you are thinking of standing for election in 2027, the following resources provide helpful guidance:

Becoming a councillor

Find out more about what being a councillor involves on the Local Government Association’s “Be a Councillor” website

Candidate and agent guidance

For detailed rules on:

• eligibility
• nominations
•  spending and donations
• campaigning
• and election-day procedures,

you should read the Electoral Commission’s guidance for candidates and agents.

Contact us

If you have any questions, or require support, please contact the Electoral Services Team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or on 01905 722530.

We are happy to help with enquiries from prospective candidates, agents, political parties, and members of the public.