Candidate post election declaration form and expenses return

After the election, all candidates must complete and return 2 forms, whether any cost was incurred or not.

1. Declaration form
2. Expenses return

This is a legal requirement. Candidates can appoint a separate election agent, the agent must also complete a declaration form.

The proper officer for electoral purposes takes receipt of these returns and holds them on deposit for 2 years from the date of the poll. Any queries on their completion should be directed to the Electoral Commission who publish a spending and donations guide.

Information for the Essex County Council elections on 1 May 2025 will be updated here in March 2025.

More information for candidates

• Pre election candidate information
• Postal vote opening sessions