Local Elections 2026: Full Candidate Lists and Key Deadlines for Littleborough Voters

Residents across Littleborough will head to the polls on Thursday 7 May 2026 as local elections take place across the Rochdale borough. With candidate lists now confirmed and key voter deadlines approaching, residents are being encouraged to make sure they’re ready to take part.

Rochdale Council has issued the following official dates:

• Register to vote: Midnight, Monday 20 April 2026
• Apply for a postal vote: 5pm, Tuesday 21 April 2026
• Apply for a Voter Authority Certificate (free photo ID): 5pm, Tuesday 28 April 2026
• Apply for a proxy vote: 5pm, Tuesday 28 April 2026
• Polling Day: Thursday 7 May 2026, 7am–10pm

Voters must bring an accepted form of photo ID to the polling station. Those without ID can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate before the deadline.

Full information is available on the Rochdale Council web site:  https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/elections-voting/next-election

Rochdale Council has now published the official Statements of Persons Nominated for both local wards covering Littleborough. These documents confirm all candidates standing in the 2026 local elections.

Wardle, Shore & West Littleborough

• Philip Barrett – Reform UK
• Matthew Frederick Hargreaves – The Conservative Party Candidate
• Kim Ho – Liberal Democrats
• James Joshua McCarron – Labour and Co‑Operative Party
• Adam Mir – Green Party Candidate
• Laura Pugh – Workers Party

Littleborough Lakeside

• Janet Ann Emsley – Labour and Co‑Operative Party
• Emma Jane Griffin – Liberal Democrats
• Victoria Howard – Reform UK
• Ian Jackson – The Conservative Party Candidate
• Paul Michael Wooten – Green Party Candidate

Local councillors make decisions that shape everyday life in Littleborough - from planning and highways to parks, community services, and local investment. With competitive fields in both wards, residents are encouraged to check their registration, ensure they have valid ID, and take part in the democratic process.