South Tyneside local election
Biddick & All Saints ward
This election will be held on Thursday 7 May 2026.
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This is an election for metropolitan borough councillors.
Councillors represent the people of their ward on the council. Councillors are elected for four-year terms. Most wards are represented by more than one councillor, which is why you may have more than one vote.
Metropolitan borough councils are responsible for many different services, including:
- Child and adult social care
- Schools and education
- Rubbish collection and recycling
- Housing and planning
- Libraries and museums
- Roads and pavements
- Sports facilities and public parks
Councils are funded by a combination of council tax, business rates, and grants from the UK government. Councillors are not paid a salary, but they do receive financial compensation and expenses to cover their time and travel commitments.
You will have three votes, and can choose from 10 candidates.
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How to vote
This election uses First-past-the-post.
Mark an X in the box for your preferred candidates.
You can mark up to three candidates.
Read the instructions at the top of your ballot paper carefully.
For more information, visit The Electoral Commission's website or ask an official at your polling station.
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Chris Davies
Green Party
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Alan Lawless
Labour Party
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Martin Edward Lightfoot
Labour Party
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Steve Maddison
Reform UK
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Katharine Emma Maxwell
Labour Party
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Darius Seago
Green Party
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Steven Smith
Reform UK
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Rachael Taylor
Green Party
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Lee Theaker
Independent
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Michelle Teresa Turnbull
Reform UK
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