Norfolk local election
Marshland South 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.
5 candidates stood in the Marshland South division.
| Ballot Papers Issued | 3,321 |
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| Turnout | 38% |
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Chris Dawson
Conservative and Unionist Party
1,240 votes
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Josie Ratcliffe
Liberal Democrats
347 votes
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Heather Fouracre
Labour Party
192 votes
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Earl Elvis of Outwell
The Official Monster Raving Loony Party
79 votes