Voting and elections
We run all local, regional and national elections that take place in the district. We also maintain the electoral register. We seek to manage these in a transparent, accountable and innovative way. Our aim is to make sure that local people are fully able to exercise their right to vote and to influence decisions that affect their lives.
View voting and election information, including how to vote, election notices and results.
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Responses to Government on Elections Matters
The Minister for Local Government and Homelessness wrote to council leaders in December 2025 regarding elections scheduled for 7 May 2026.
St Albans City and District Council's response to this letter can be found at the link below.
Government announces four unitary authorities in Hertfordshire
Today (16 July 2026) the Government announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Hertfordshire, confirming it will create four new unitary councils, subject to parliamentary a
Introducing the new Mayor and Deputy Mayor
Councillor Matt Fisher has been confirmed as Mayor of the City and District of St Albans and will support two local charities during his year in office.
Councillor Paul de Kort re-elected as Leader
Councillor Paul de Kort has been re-elected Leader of St Albans City and District Council with Councillor Helen Campbell as his deputy.
Several dozen people attend ancient Beating the Bounds ceremony
More than 50 people took part in the ancient custom of Beating the Bounds with the Mayor of St Albans City and District.
Results of Thursday 7 May elections will appear here on Friday 8 May
St Albans City and District Council Thursday 7 May Elections
Have your say on Thursday 7 May – and don’t forget to bring photo ID
Voters will go to the polls on Thursday 7 May for important local elections – and are reminded to bring approved photo ID.
All invited to the historic Beating the Bounds ceremony on Sunday 10 May
Everyone is welcome to take part in the ancient custom of Beating the Bounds with the Mayor of St Albans City and D
Elections on Thursday 7 May: postal vote packs are being sent out
Postal vote packs are being issued to voters in St Albans District for important local elections on Thursday 7 May.
Elections on Thursday 7 May: make sure you are registered to vote and have photo ID
Residents in the St Albans District have only a few days left to register to vote for important local elections.
Central Government consultation on Local Government Reorganisation now closed
The Government’s consultation on Hertfordshire’s Local Government Reorganisation proposals has now closed.
Look out for poll cards – and check the details
Poll cards have been issued to voters in St Albans District for important local elections on Thursday 7 May.
Reminder: Central Government consultation on Local Government Reorganisation closing on Thursday 26 March
Residents and organisations across Hertfordshire are reminded to have their say on proposals to change the structure of local government in the county.
Councillors approve a budget in the face of a challenging financial climate
St Albans City and District Councillors have agreed a “sound and fair” budget for the next financial year along with a long-term plan setting out their priorities for acti
Almost 6,000 responses received to consultation on Community Governance Review
Almost 6,000 responses were made to a public consultation on proposals for changes to parish and town council arrangements in St Albans District.
Central Government invites Hertfordshire residents to have their say on Local Government Reorganisation
Residents and organisations across Hertfordshire are being urged to have their say on proposals to change the structure of local government in the county.
Only days left to have your say on Parish and Town Council arrangements in St Albans District
Residents in St Albans District have only days left to have their say on parish and town council arrangements.
A consultation on the recommended changes will end on Monday 23 February.