Upcoming Elections Information
There are a number of elections taking place across the borough on Thursday 6 May.
For all the latest information visit our May 2021 Elections page.
Second Polling Places Review 2019
Background
Those being consulted are the:
- Acting Returning Officer
- Parish Councillors
- Ward Councillors
- County Councillors
- Local political associations
- Local Members of Parliament
- Members of the South East Region of the European Parliament
- The Police & Crime Commissioner for Kent and
- Disability Groups
However, everyone can comment on their area or make suggestions if they wish.
Earlier this year we consulted on proposed changes to polling stations in the borough. The Returning Officer has considered the comments from phase 1 of the review, has made comments and further enquires and revised the proposals.
Timescales from 01 October 2018 to 31 January 2020 (inclusive)
The information in the tables below sets out the timescales of events throughout the Consultation review period. If you are unable to read this information please contact electoralservices@maidstone.gov.uk.
| Steps | Dates From: | Dates To: |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Review | 04/12/2018 | 22/03/2019 |
| Publication of Notice | 25/03/2019 | TBC |
| Consultation period for draft proposals | 25/03/2019 | 27/05/2019 (revised date) |
June will be a free month when no consultation events will run.
| Steps | Dates From: | Dates To: |
|---|---|---|
| Review of consultation and draft proposals | 01/07/2019 | 16/08/2019 |
| Publication of Notice | 19/08/2019 | TBC |
| Consultation period for final proposals | 19/08/2019 | 11/10/2019 |
| Complete Report | 14/10/2019 | 29/10/2019 |
| Date for Decision | 06/11/2019 | TBC |
| Notice Stating Alterations | 15/11/2019 | TBC |
|
Date of Revised Publication (Transitional Canvass Publication of Register of Electors 29/11/2019) | 29/11/2019 | TBC |
Please note that all dates are provisional
Parkwood Ward Map
The following map outlines the ward boundary for Parkwood displays the current and proposed polling station locations.
South Ward Map
The following map outlines the ward boundary for South and displays the current and proposed polling station locations.
Have your say
We are now seeking comments on the revised proposals.
Have your say by completing our online survey for your Ward: