Thinking of standing for election in 2025? Whether you’re part of a political party or considering running as an independent, there are a few key steps and requirements to be aware of.

This page aims to point you in the right direction if you’re considering putting your name forward.

County Councillor (Stone Urban, Stone Rural North or Stafford Trent Valley)

From the Staffordshire County Council website:

“Anyone can be elected as a county councillor, either as a member of a political party or as an independent representative.

Staffordshire has 62 electoral divisions, and most have one county councillor representing them. County Council elections are held every four years, normally in May. The next election is taking place on Thursday 1st May 2025.

The election process starts at the end of March when nomination papers must be completed and submitted. Each candidate must be supported by 10 registered voters from the division they wish to contest.”

Who can stand?

To be eligible to become a candidate for Staffordshire County Council, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old

• Be a British citizen, a qualifying Commonwealth citizen, or a citizen of a European Union member state (subject to current legislation)

• Be registered to vote in Staffordshire, or have lived, worked, or owned/rented property in the county for at least 12 months before nomination

Key dates

• Nominations open: Wednesday 26th March 2025

• Deadline to submit nomination papers: Wednesday 2nd April 2025 at 4:00 pm

• List of candidates published: Thursday 3rd April 2025

All nomination paperwork must be submitted by hand to the Elections Office at Stafford Borough Council. Candidates will also need to comply with the rules around election spending and campaigning.

Want to know more?

Full details and guidance are available via Staffordshire County Council:
🔗 How to become a candidate