Tameside local election
Dukinfield Stalybridge ward
This election will be held on Thursday 7 May 2026.
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This is an election for metropolitan borough councillors.
Councillors represent the people of their ward on the council. Councillors are elected for four-year terms, and most wards are represented by more than one councillor. This council elects one-third of its councillors each year, which is why you may only have one vote.
Metropolitan borough councils are responsible for many different services, including:
- Child and adult social care
- Schools and education
- Rubbish collection and recycling
- Housing and planning
- Libraries and museums
- Roads and pavements
- 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.
You will have one vote, and can choose from five candidates.
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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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Matt Alloway
Green Party
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Jake Frater
Reform UK
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Linda Mary Freeman
Liberal Democrats
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Malcolm Smith
Conservative and Unionist Party
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Dave Sweeton
Labour Party
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