Elections
Local government elections take place every 4 years; the last district and parish elections in our area took place in 2023 and the next scheduled local elections are not until Thursday 6 May 2027. There are no local elections scheduled in our area for May 2026. You can find more information about our election cycles at Standing as a Candidate
If you are not registered, have moved address or changed your name, you can register online.
Dover District Council is conducting a review of current parish arrangements. Information on the review and how to take part can be found on this page.
Latest information on the next elections to take place
Information about how to vote by post or proxy if you cannot vote in person at your polling station
Canvass forms are sent to all properties in the District annually
A list of elections held in the Dover district along with results
Information regarding the introduction of Voter ID
Information regarding standing as a candidate in upcoming elections
How to find your current polling station and directions to it.
Voting rights for British citizens living overseas
Changes to voting and candidacy rights for EU citizens
Map showing the boundaries of polling districts, including information about Constituencies, Divisions and Wards.
Improvements to elections to help with accessibility
Information regarding applying to assist during elections