One seat is available in 14 of the 15 wards across the Borough. Two seats are available in the Roby Ward.
The Electoral Commission provide some guidance for anyone interested in standing as a candidate in these elections.
If you wish to register your interest to stand as a candidate, or if you require any other support or assistance in this respect, please contact the elections office via the details at the bottom of this page.
Briefing for Candidates and Agents
There will be a briefing for Candidates and Agents taking place in Huyton Municipal Buildings at 5pm on Tuesday 24th March.
If you would like to register an interest in attending this session or if you require any further information please contact the elections office via the details at the bottom of this page.
| Knowsley Council Briefing session for Candidates and Agents | 5pm on Tuesday 24th March |
| Notice of Election published | Thursday 26 March |
| Nomination Period |
Friday 27 March – Thursday 9 April The office can only accept nomination papers between 10am and 4pm each working day during the nomination period – candidates and/or agents are strongly encouraged to contact the office for an appointment to avoid any delay when attending. |
| Publication of statement of persons nominated | 4pm on Friday 10 April |
| Polling Day | Thursday 7 May |
| Full verification of votes followed by count | Friday 8 May |
| Deadline for delivery of return of election expenses | Friday 12 June |
Nomination forms
In order to stand as a candidate, you must complete and submit a nomination form during the nomination period (detailed above). Nomination forms are available by contacting the elections office via the contact details below.
It is the candidates responsibility to ensure that nomination forms are completed correctly. The Electoral Commission provide guidance (including a short video) on how to do this here.
Email: Elections@knowsley.gov.uk
Telephone: 0151 443 2196