Mark your calendars for Thursday, 1st May as 23 council and six mayoral seats across England gear up for the local elections of 2025. With approximately a third of English electors eligible to vote, more than 1,600 council seats are waiting to be filled. Additionally, the same day sees a Westminster by-election in the Cheshire constituencies of Runcorn and Helsby. However, it’s not all smooth sailing. In several regions, local elections are on hold owing to the government’s plans for council reorganisation. To stay informed about the forthcoming elections in your vicinity and the participating candidates, make sure to utilise our handy tool.
This story was adapted by The Lincoln Post from original reporting by www.bbc.com.
