Once all the count totals from all local Returning Officers (ROs) within the combined authority area have been added up by the CARO, the CARO will declare and give public notice of the result.
The CARO will share the figures with the election agents present who may request the CARO to recalculate result, but the CARO may refuse to do so if they consider the request unreasonable.
Some ROs allow candidates to make speeches after the result is declared. Please check arrangements with the CARO. You should ensure that you and your supporters comply with any instructions given by the RO or CARO regarding the standards of behaviour required during verbal announcements.
For details of what happens after the result has been announced see After the election.