The Returning Officer for Derbyshire Dales has asked to publicise the following in relation to the forthcoming Parish Council elections.
Summary
The Elections (if required) will take place on the 2nd of May.
Those who wish to stand can download nomination packs at www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/elections2019
Candidate Briefings
The Returning Officer has arranged a briefing for prospective candidates at Matlock Town Hall at 6.00pm on Tuesday 19 February 2019 when they will outline what the role entails and the nomination process. This is open to anyone interested in standing for election in Derbyshire Dales.
There will be a further briefing for confirmed candidates on Tuesday 9 April 2019, also at Matlock Town Hall at 6.00pm. On this occasion they will point out some election do’s and don’ts and also provide details of the counting arrangements. All confirmed candidates and agents (where appropriate) are invited
Nominations
The Returning Officer will accept nominations at Matlock Town Hall
18 March – 3 April (between 10am and 4pm)
At the Agricultural Business Centre Bakewell
Friday 22 March – 2pm – 4pm
Monday 25 March – 10am – 12 noon
At Ashbourne Town Hall
Friday 22 March – 10 am – 12 noon
Monday 25 March – 2pm – 4pm
Whilst not mandatory, candidates are strongly advised to make an appointment during the above times, by calling 01629 761335, to avoid delay and to allow the Returning Officer and her staff to carry out an informal check of the nomination so that any errors or omissions can be rectified prior to formal submission.
Parish Clerks
To maintain their impartiality Parish Clerks should not assist sitting or prospective members with their applications and, consequently, Derbyshire Dales District Council will not be supplying nomination packs to Parish and Town Clerks.
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