2026 Interim Elections
Govan Community Council currently has 4 vacancies, we have asked Glasgow City Council to hold an Interim Election. Nomination forms can be found at Elderpark Library, Maslow’s Community Hub, and downloaded from our website below.
Nominations can be accepted until 28th of September 2026. The outcome will be part of our Annual General Meeting on Monday 5th October 2026 at 7pm in Maslow’s Community Hub, 94 Langlands Road, G51 3BQ.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Nominations are invited from residents who are 16 years or over to join Govan Community Council
1. Qualification
Anyone over 16 years of age who resides within the Community Council boundary area can stand for election. All that is required is that the candidate, proposer and seconders’ names appear on the Electoral Register. (Alternative measures for identification and residency status of candidates may be undertaken in certain circumstances).
2. Vacancies
There are currently 4 vacancies being advertised for Govan Community Council.
3. Closing Date
Valid nomination forms must be submitted to Glasgow City Council (see below) by: Monday 28th September 2026.
4. Filling Vacancies
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Uncontested Election Meeting: Should 4 or fewer valid nominations be submitted to Glasgow City Council, the candidates will be elected unopposed on Monday 5th October 2026 at 7pm in Maslow’s Community Hub, 94 Langlands Road, G51 3BQ.
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Contested Election - Secret Ballot: Should more valid nominations be submitted to Glasgow City Council by the above closing date than there are vacancies, a secret ballot will take place on a date to be determined. Qualifying residents whose name and address appear on the Electoral Register within the Community Council boundary, will be entitled to vote during the ballot opening hours. Where possible, a list of candidates can be made available before the secret ballot. The results of the secret ballot will be confirmed at the next scheduled meeting of the Community Council.
Nomination Forms can be obtained from the Community Council or also at: glasgow.gov.uk/communitycouncils/elections
Contact Information
Kara Dooley
Independent Returning Officer
Communities Team, Glasgow City Council
City Chambers, 82 George Square, Glasgow G2 1DU
Tel: 0141 287 0060
Email: communitycouncils@glasgow.gov.uk