Current and future elections
Please note that voters are now required to show photographic ID in the polling stations, further information can be found at www.fdean.gov.uk/voterid
Upcoming elections
Newnham on Severn Parish Council By-Election
The By-Election took place on Thursday 26 February 2026 to fill a vacant seat on Newnham on Severn Parish Council.
The following notice has been published by the Deputy Returning Officer
The next scheduled elections in the Forest of Dean will be the Local Elections, taking place on Thursday 6 May 2027.
If any by-elections are called before then, details will be published on this page as soon as they are available.
This page will be updated regularly to keep you informed of any changes or new information.
Visit our types of election pages for information on how each type of election works.
How to vote
- Voter ID - All residents voting in person will be required to show an acceptable form of ID to be able to vote. Find out more here: Voter ID – what you need to do
- Register to vote - If you are not already registered or you have recently moved house, register now. Please go to gov.uk/registertovote (you will need your National Insurance Number).
- Apply for a Postal vote - You can apply online https://www.gov.uk/apply-postal-vote .
- Apply for a Voter Authority Certificate - You can apply online: https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-photo-id-voter-authority-certificate
To request a paper application, email elections@fdean.gov.uk or call 01594 812638.