Elections held in the borough

There are many types of election that take place across the borough, including UK Parliamentary elections, elections for Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, Leicestershire County Council, and the 24 parish and town councils in the borough-area. 

There are also different types of referendums, including neighbourhood planning referendums and parish polls.

Electoral Services administer elections for the borough.

Find out more information about each kind of election or referendum below:

• Local elections:
  • Borough council
  • County council
  • Parish council
• UK Parliamentary elections
• Referendums 

Most elections are held on a regular schedule, with a polling day taking place on the first Thursday in May. However, some elections can happen at any time (like a snap general election) or because a casual vacancy has occurred. 

Find out more information about casual vacancies and by-elections

Visit current elections for information about forthcoming elections and referendums.