This May, Brackley residents have the opportunity to elect their representatives to Brackley Town Council. The Full Council consists of sixteen councillors, with four representing each ward. Becoming a councillor is a rewarding way to serve the community, influence local decisions, and help shape the future of Brackley. It is a Town Councillor’s responsibility to represent the interests of the residents in their area, working alongside fellow councillors to improve the quality of life in Brackley.  

To stand as a councillor you must complete a set of nomination papers, available below as a downloadable PDF, or from the Brackley Town Council office (20 High Street, NN13 7DS). The nomination papers require some basic personal details and must be supported by signatures from two Brackley residents. Please note that the completed nomination papers must be physically signed in ink (wet signed).

Here is a short step by step guide to standing as a councillor:

• Collect or print your nomination papers
• Fill in the required information
• Obtain two signatures*
• sign the papers yourself
• Have a witness sign the papers
• Deliver in person to the West Northamptonshire Council office in Towcester (No appointment needed**)

For more information, check out our useful links below: 

Nomination Papers Download

Annotated Nomination Papers Guide - AEA

New Councillor Election Guide

Electoral Services

*When completing nomination papers, both your proposer and seconder will need to provide their polling district and elector number. The polling district will be listed as "Brackley," followed by the ward in which they reside. These details can be obtained directly from Electoral Services.

To request this information, individuals can contact Electoral Services by phone or email, providing their own details to receive their polling district and elector number. Please note that, due to data protection regulations, individuals may only request their own elector number and cannot do so on behalf of others. However, this process is straightforward and typically takes just a few minutes via phone or email.

Electoral Services Contact Details:

Phone: 01604 526 130
Email: electoralservices@westnorthants.gov.uk

**Although appointments are not essential, due to expected numbers, West Northamptonshire Council will be running an appointment system for the submission of nomination papers. Appointments are 15-minute slots and can be booked by emailing ReturningOfficer@westnorthants.gov.uk with your name, date, time you’d like to come in, and a contact telephone number. Appointments can also be booked by calling the Elections Team on 01604 526 130. Here are the Towcester office booking windows:

The Forum, Towcester

17 March - 9am – 4.30pm                              25 March - 9am – 4.30pm

18 March - 9am – 4.30pm                              27 March - 9am – 4.30pm

19 March - 9am – 7pm                                   31 March - 9am – 7pm

21 March - 9am – 4.30pm                              1 April - 9am – 7pm

24 March - 9am – 7pm                                   1 April - 9am – 7pm