You are in the Verification and count section Home … Guidance for Candidates and Agents at Local Authority Mayoral elections in England … Verification and count … Guidance for Candidates and Agents at Local Authority Mayoral elections in England Print this page | Print full guidance Who can attend the count? You and your election agent are entitled to observe the count.1 Additionally, you can invite one other person to attend. This person is in attendance as your guest. They have no powers or functions.You may also appoint agents to attend the count on your behalf.2 You should ensure that you and all your attendees comply with any instructions given by the Returning Officer. 1. Local Authorities Mayoral Rules 2007, Rule 46 ↩ Back to content at footnote 1 2. Local Authorities Mayoral Rules 2007, Rule 29 ↩ Back to content at footnote 2 Last updated: 26 August 2025 Book traversal links for Guidance for Candidates and Agents at Local Authority Mayoral elections in England When and where will count take place What does a counting agent do? Modal Title