Standing as a candidate in election

Standing as a candidate in election is a powerful way to help your community and shape public decisions. This may seem difficult for people from under-represented backgrounds, including migrants, but there are steps you can take to get started.

What are the main elected roles? 

Here is a summary table of the main elected roles you can stand for in the UK:

 

Last modified: Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 4:56 PM