How to vote
To vote in this by-election you must be registered to vote.
To vote in this by-election, applications to register must be received by midnight on Monday 23 November 2026.
Voting at a polling station
Polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm on Thursday 10 December 2026, unless the election is uncontested.
Postal and proxy voting
If you cannot attend a polling station, you can apply to vote by post or appoint someone to vote on your behalf (proxy voting).
Read more information on the voting process
Deadlines
| Application type | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Register to vote | Midnight, Monday 23 November 2026 |
| New postal votes and postal proxy votes | 5pm, Tuesday 24 November 2026 |
| Changes to existing postal or proxy votes | 5pm, Tuesday 24 November 2026 |
| New proxy votes (except emergencies) | 5pm, Wednesday 2 December 2026 |
| Emergency proxy votes | 5pm, Thursday 10 December 2026 |
Emergency proxy applications may be accepted in certain circumstances, including:
- a medical condition, illness or disability arising after the deadline
- detention as a mental health patient under civil powers
- work commitments arising after the ordinary deadline
- changes affecting an appointed proxy
For advice on postal or proxy voting contact:
Electoral Registration Officer
Militia House
English Street
Dumfries
DG1 2HR
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01387 260627