Highland local by-election
East Sutherland and Edderton ward by-election
This election will be held on Thursday 25 June 2026.
There is one seat up for election, and you can choose from five candidates.
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How to vote
This election uses Single Transferable Vote.
Rank the candidates by your preference: 1, 2, 3… You don't have to rank all the candidates, but you must at least mark your first choice.
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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Jay Ayrey
Reform UK
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Eric De Venny
Liberal Democrats
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Rebecca Machin
Scottish National Party (SNP)
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John Murray
Independent
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Eva Short
Conservative and Unionist Party
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