Newcastle-under-Lyme local election
Clayton ward
This election was held on Thursday 7 May 2026.
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This is an election for district councillors.
Councillors represent the people of their ward on the council. Councillors are elected for four-year terms. Most wards elect more than one councillor, which is why you may have more than one vote.
District councils are responsible for many different services, including:
- Rubbish collection and recycling
- Housing and planning
- Sports facilities and public parks
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.
4 candidates stood in the Clayton ward.
| Electorate | 2,243 |
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| Ballot Papers Issued | 904 |
| Spoilt Ballots | 9 |
| Turnout | 40% |
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Stephen John Mclean Sweeney
Conservative and Unionist Party
302 votes
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Leigh Hughes
Labour Party
204 votes
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Anja Winter
Liberal Democrats
68 votes