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Mayor of Watford

This election will be held on Thursday 7 May 2026.

  • All areas of Watford vote for the council's mayor, in addition to the councillors for their ward. The Mayor of Watford is elected to lead the council. The Mayor chairs the council cabinet, directs the council's strategy, and sets the council budget.

    Read more about the Mayor of Watford.

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

  • 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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