The Electoral Commission has produced a wealth of information specifically for candidates & agents covering all types of election. Please see the relevant links below:
Guidance for Candidates and Agents at local government elections in England | Electoral Commission
Guidance for Candidates at Parish council elections in England | Electoral Commission
Guidance for Candidates and Agents at Police and Crime Commissioner elections | Electoral Commission
The guidance covers:
- What you need to know before standing as a candidate
- Candidate spending
- Candidate donations
- The campaign
- Nominations
- Postal votes
- Polling Day
- Verification and count
- After the declaration of the result.
The election timetable for each election type can be found in the resources section of the relevant guidance.