The next scheduled elections in Scotland will take place on Thursday 06 May 2027

The next UK General Election must be held no later than Wednesday 15 August 2029. However, the prime minister can choose to hold it at any point before this.

By-elections can be called at any time.

We don't provide information about community council elections.

Find out about when different elections typically take place where you live.

Get help with electoral registration

Send your postal and proxy vote applications to your local electoral registration team. You can also contact them to find out if you’re on the electoral register, and if you already have a postal or proxy vote.

Electoral Registration Officer
PO Box 13639
Council Headquarters
Newtown St Boswells
MELROSE

TD6 6BQ

Phone: 01835 825100

Email: Electoral.Registration@scotborders.gov.uk

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Your returning officer

For questions about your poll card, polling station, or about returning your postal voting ballot, contact your returning officer.

Scottish Borders Council
The Returning Officer
Scottish Borders Council
Council Headquarters
Newtown St Boswells
MELROSE
TD6 0SA

Phone: 01835 826579

Email: elections@scotborders.gov.uk

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