Electoral Services is responsible for 2 main statutory functions. We are responsible for the compilation of the electoral register used to enable the people of the Stroud District to cast their vote. Over 49,000 properties are recorded on our database registering over 87,000 electors.
The administration of all elections held within the Stroud District or Parliamentary Constituency forms the second main function of the section. District Council elections are held by thirds concurrently with a third of the parish council elections for the area. There are 51 District Councillors, 49 parishes and 3 parish meetings. County Council elections are held once in every four year period electing 12 councillors. European Parliamentary elections occur every five years electing Members under a system of proportional representation. Stroud is responsible for 1 Parliamentary Constituency, elections for which have no fixed timetable but are generally held every four to five years.
You can find further information via the navigation bar and the links below
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Register to vote |
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About Elections |
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The Electoral Register |
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Previous Election Results |
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Frequently asked Questions |
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Members of Parliament and European Parliament |
Please see the following document regarding how to become a councillor within the Stroud District.
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A Guide to Becoming a Councillor (PDF 132KB) - 04/03/2010
T: 01453 754381
E: elections@stroud.gov.uk
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Notice of Election - Election of Town Councillors for Nailsworth (PDF 18KB) - 18/02/2010
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Statement of Persons Nominated - Nailsworth (PDF 12KB) - 02/03/2010
