Calling of election
14 Calling of election
The returning officer must, as soon as practicable after an ordinary election of councillors or as soon as practicable after being notified in writing of circumstances requiring that an election be held under section 1(1) or (3) of this Schedule, cause to be given to each of the qualified electors a notification—
stating that an election is to be held, and
inviting nominations, and
fixing the close of nominations, and
fixing the close of the ballot.
The close of nominations is to be not less than 21 days nor more than 35 days after an ordinary election of councillors or after the returning officer is notified in writing of circumstances requiring that an election be held under section 1(1) or (3) of this Schedule.
The close of the ballot is to be not less than 21 days after the close of nominations.
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