Castle Bromwich by-election
If you live in Castle Bromwich and are eligible to vote, you can vote in the Solihull local council by-election on Thursday 26 November 2026.
This follows the resignation of three ward councillors.
This page provides key information to help you understand how the election will work.
Three vacancies
There are three vacancies to be filled at this election.
Electors may vote for up to three candidates on their ballot paper.
Register to vote
To vote in this election, you must be registered before the registration deadline.
You should register as soon as possible if you:
- have recently moved home
- have turned 18
The deadline to register to vote is 11:59pm on Tuesday 10 November 2026.
How to vote
Information about how to vote.
Voting in person
Poll cards are expected to be delivered from Friday 30 October 2026.
Your poll card will tell you where your polling station is located, along with a map.
Polling stations are open from 7:00am until 10:00pm on polling day.
Voting by post or proxy
If you are unable to attend your polling station on Thursday 26 November 2026, you can apply to vote by post or proxy (when someone votes on your behalf).
You can apply for a postal or a proxy vote online.
Postal votes
Apply for a postal vote at GOV.UK
Postal vote applications must be received by the Elections Office by 5:00pm on Wednesday 11 November 2026.
Proxy votes
Apply for a proxy vote at GOV.UK
Proxy vote applications must be received by the Elections Office by 5:00pm on Wednesday 18 November 2026.
Paper applications will also be accepted. If you are unable to apply online, please download a postal vote or proxy vote application form and send the completed form to election@solihull.gov.uk or by post to:
Electoral Services
Solihull Council
Council House
Manor Square
Solihull
B91 3QB
Voter ID
All polling station voters will be required to show an accepted form of photo identification before they are issued with a ballot paper.
Please refer to Voter ID - What you need to know for more information.