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Candidates for county council election confirmed
The West Sussex County Council election is taking place on Thursday, 7 May 2026.
The process will elect 70 county councillors to represent local areas (called divisions) of around 12,000 residents each.
The nominations of candidates for the West Sussex County Council election have been published and details of people standing for election can be found here:
County council election - West Sussex County Council
All you need to know about the election including registration, deadlines and voting can be found here: Election information you need to know | Latest news | Arun District Council