Elections
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is responsible for the administration of the following
elections:
- Local Government
- Scottish Parliamentary
- UK Parliamentary (General)
- Community Council
- By-elections
Special elections such as referendums and community elections are held as and when required.
Forthcoming Elections
UK Parliamentary General Election : 4th July 2024
Local Government By-Election – Na Hearadh Ward : 4th July 2024
The major elections planned for the coming years will include:
- Scottish Parliamentary Election – May 2026
- Local Government (Council) Election – May 2027
These dates may be subject to new or revised legislation which mean polls may be moved to other dates.
By-elections can occur at any time with as little as 7 weeks’ notice when a vacancy arises.
Unscheduled or snap elections can be called with a minimum of 25 working days’ notice.
How to Vote
Information on , registration, eligibility, and how to vote are available on the How to Vote section.
Contact Details
Election Office
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar
Sandwick Road
Stornoway
Isle of Lewis
HS1 2BW
e-mail: [email protected]
If you wish to obtain registration forms or if you have any questions on whether you are registered to vote, postal votes or proxy votes, please contact the Electoral Registration Office at:
The Electoral Registration Office
42 Point Street
Stornoway
Isle of Lewis
HS1 2XF
Tel: 01851 619179
e-mail: [email protected]