The notice of the by-election for the Jedburgh and District ward has been published with nominations for candidates open until 4pm on Monday 22 January.
One candidate will be elected using the single transferable vote system, with the poll taking place on 22 February 2024 between 7am and 10pm. All eligible electors aged 16 or over can vote in this by-election.
If you’re not on the register of electors you can’t vote - make sure you are registered by midnight on Tuesday 6 February. Visit www.gov.uk/register-to-vote to register online.
To vote by post you need to apply by 5pm on Wednesday 7 February.
Notice of election and nomination pack can be downloaded at www.scotborders.gov.uk/elections more information on registering to vote and postal and proxy applications can also be found on this page. For any other registration or absent voting matters email Electoral.Registration@scotborders.gov.uk
An electronic count of votes cast will take place at Scottish Borders Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells on Friday 23 February.