Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden by-election
A District by-election for the Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden ward will take place on Thursday 12 June 2025.
All electors registered and eligible to vote will receive a poll card before polling day, which will let you know where you need to cast your vote.
On polling day, polls will be open from 7am to 10pm.
Key dates and deadlines for electors
The table below details key dates and deadlines for the upcoming county election.
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 May 2025 | Deadline (by 11:59pm) to register to vote (if you're not already registered) |
| Wednesday 28 May 2025 | Deadline (by 5pm) for new applications to vote by post, or by postal proxy. |
| Wednesday 28 May 2025 | Deadline (by 5pm) to make changes to, or to cancel existing postal vote arrangements. |
| Wednesday 4 June 2025 | Deadline (by 5pm) to apply to vote by appointing a proxy |
| Wednesday 4 June 2025 | Deadline (by 5pm) to apply for a voter authority certificate. You need to apply if you vote at a polling station and do not have one of the accepted forms of photo ID |
| Friday 6 June 2025 | First day issuing replacement lost and spoilt postal votes |
| Thursday 12 June 2025 | Polling day. Polling stations open from 7am to 10pm |
| Thursday 12 June 2025 | Last chance to replace lost or spoilt postal votes. Deadline is 5pm |
| Thursday 12 June 2025 | Last chance to apply for an emergency proxy vote. Deadline is 5pm |
Information for candidates and agents
Candidates and agents can visit our dedicated candidates and agents webpage.
How to vote
To vote in an election, you must be registered.
If you've recently turned 18, or moved house, you may not be registered. You can register to vote online.
If you would like to vote in person at a polling station, you will need valid Voter ID.
If you are unable to attend the polling station, you can apply to vote by post. You are also able to apply for a proxy vote.
Contact us
Please email elections@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk
Please telephone 0300 1234000 (Option 7)
Our address is:
Endeavour House
8 Russell Road
Ipswich
IP1 2BX
Our opening hours are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm. (Excluding bank holidays)
Visit our Contact us webpage for other ways to get in touch.