Rotherham Local Elections May 1st 2008

The Starting Gun for the Local Elections in Rotherham goes off on Thursday 27th March.

Prospective candidates may collect their nomination papers from this date from the Elections Office in the Civic Building, Walker Place.

It is best to phone first to ensure that you won't get killed in the rush 01709 823590 will get you through.

Remember to check the election timetable (get a copy here) to make absolutely sure you keep within all deadlines - you won't get any bending of these rules.

Completed nomination papers must be returned by noon on Friday April 4th.

Don't forget to collect your copies of the electoral role and read the candidates notes very carefully they can be a minefield for the inexperienced.

Election Law can be somewhat arcane, the rules on treating are particularly complex as are the accounting for your costs after the election.

Best wishes to all candidates in this years elections.