Newcastle-under-Lyme local election
Maer & Whitmore 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.
3 candidates stood in the Maer & Whitmore ward.
| Electorate | 2,266 |
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| Ballot Papers Issued | 1,132 |
| Spoilt Ballots | 10 |
| Turnout | 49% |
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Richard Woodward
Reform UK
428 votes
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Dave Lee
Labour Party
132 votes