This page is used to share information for candidates about upcoming elections. It will be updated ahead of the 2026 Local Elections or any elections called before then.
This useful video for counting assistants will tell you more about how counting is done after the election.
What happens to postal votes?
This useful video shows you what happens to postal votes.
Results of previous elections
You can view the results of previous elections.
Political make-up of Sandwell Council
Sandwell is a Labour-controlled council divided into 24 wards represented by 72 ward councillors.