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Barnsley local by-election

Penistone East ward by-election

This election will be held on Thursday 20 August 2026.

This by-election was called because the elected member resigned.

You will have one vote, and can choose from eight candidates.

Get ready to vote:

  • How to vote

    This election uses First-past-the-post.

    Mark an X in the box for your preferred candidate.

    You can mark up to one candidate.

    Read the instructions at the top of your ballot paper carefully.

    For more information, visit The Electoral Commission's website or ask an official at your polling station.

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    You should get a "poll card" through the post telling you where to vote.

    If you haven't got one, or aren't sure where to vote, you should call Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council on 01226 773070.

    Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
    http://www.barnsley.gov.uk/
    ElectoralServices@barnsley.gov.uk

    Read more about how to vote .

  • You will need to take photo ID to vote at a polling station in this election

    You do not need your poll card to vote. You must vote at your assigned polling station.

    If you do not have a photo ID that allows you to vote, you can apply for a Voter Authority Certificate before tomorrow

  • Voting by post

    The deadline to apply for a postal vote for the elections taking place on 20 August 2026 was 5 August 2026. You can apply for a postal vote in future elections."

    Read more about voting by post .

    Ballot papers for the election on 20 August 2026 will not be printed until after 24 July 2026.

    If you are away from home before or shortly after 24 July 2026, and will not return before polling day, your postal vote will not reach you in time for you to use it. In this case, you should consider applying for a proxy vote instead.

    If you have not received your postal voting pack, you can contact Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council on 01226 773070.

    Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
    http://www.barnsley.gov.uk/
    ElectoralServices@barnsley.gov.uk

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