Norfolk local election
East Depwade division
This election was held on Thursday 7 May 2026.
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This is an election for county councillors.
Councillors represent the people of their division on the council. Councillors are elected for four-year terms. Each county division elects one councillor.
County councils are responsible for many different services, including:
- Child and adult social care
- Schools and education
- Libraries and museums
- Roads and pavements
Councils are funded by a combination of council tax, business rates, and grants from the UK government. Councillors are not paid a salary, but they do receive financial compensation and expenses to cover their time and travel commitments.
6 candidates stood in the East Depwade division.
| Ballot Papers Issued | 4,505 |
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| Turnout | 48% |
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Ed Gillespie
Green Party
1,178 votes
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Clayton James Hudson
Independent
925 votes
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Trevor Graham
Conservative and Unionist Party
762 votes
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James Eddy
Labour Party
222 votes
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Murray Gray
Liberal Democrats
118 votes