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Electoral Notices 2026

Suffolk County Council Elections

2026 Election Outcomes & Leadership Update

Following the recent elections and our Annual Town Council Meeting, we are delighted to share the latest updates:

  • Neal Beecroft-Smith has been elected as Chair, and Rod Gibson will serve as Vice-Chair.
  • A huge congratulations to Deborah McCallum on her re-election. Debbie is a true asset to the Council and an incredible support to the community.
  • Congratulations also to Alistair Jeffreys on being elected as County Cllr for the Rushmere St Andrew division.
  • We extend our deepest gratitude to Stuart Lawson for his years of dedicated service to Kesgrave at the County level.

Election Update: Nominations Closed

Nominations have now closed for the Suffolk County Council elections taking place on Thursday, 7 May 2026. Please find the formal statutory notices regarding candidates, agents, and polling stations below.

Which Division am I in? Depending on where you live in our community, you will fall into either the Kesgrave Division or the Rushmere St Andrew Division.
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Important Voting Deadlines

To ensure your voice is heard, please take note of the following statutory deadlines for the May 2026 elections:

  • Monday 20 April (Midnight): Deadline to register to vote.
  • Tuesday 21 April (5pm): Deadline for new postal vote applications.
  • Tuesday 28 April (5pm): Deadline for Voter ID (Voter Authority Certificate) and Proxy applications.
  • Thursday 7 May (7am–10pm): Polling Day.
Register to Vote Online
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East Suffolk Election Information page

For a comprehensive guide on voting, finding your polling station, and past results, we highly recommend visiting the official East Suffolk Council website.

Need more assistance?

Contact the Electoral Services Team at elections@eastsuffolk.gov.uk.

Entrance to the 1st Kesgrave Scout Group building with 'Polling Station' signage and a disabled access ramp.
Polling Station at 1st Kesgrave Scout Group Hall
The 1st Kesgrave Scout Group hall, previously used as a local polling station.