Published: Tuesday 14 April 2026
Kensington and Chelsea residents will go to the polls on Thursday 7 May 2026 to vote in local elections.
On polling day, residents will elect councillors across the borough’s 18 wards.
The majority party will form the council leadership and making key decisions.
If you haven't yet registered to vote, the deadline is Monday 20 April.
It only takes a few minutes to apply online.
If you cannot visit a polling station in person you can:
- apply for a postal vote by 5pm on Tuesday 21 April or
- apply for a proxy vote by 5pm on Tuesday 28 April
Find out everything you need to know about the upcoming local elections.
Voter ID
If you're voting in person, you must bring a valid form of photo ID, like a passport or driver's licence.
Anyone without an accepted ID can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate before the deadline of 5pm on Tuesday 28 April.
Polling stations
Polling stations will open from 7am to 10pm.
Check your polling card for details of where to vote.
If you're still not sure you can find your polling station.
Who can I vote for?
You can see the candidates in your ward that will be on the ballot paper in the notice of elections.
Including everyone
No one should be excluded from voting due to circumstances out of their control.
That's why arrangements are in place to make these elections as accessible as possible to eligible voters. Find out more about how we're making these our most accessible elections ever.
If you're unable to get to a polling station on Thursday 7 May, you can apply for a postal vote by 5pm on Tuesday 21 April, or a proxy vote by 5pm on Tuesday 28 April.
Find out more on our elections page.
Residents will be able to scan a QR code at the polling booth to hear a recording of the candidates and parties they can vote for, in case they have issues with vision or comprehension. Please ask a member of polling station staff if you need any additional help to make your vote.
Keeping you posted
The Council has been running a borough-wide awareness campaign to ensure residents understand how and when to take part, including information shared through social media and local publications.
If you want to hear more about Local Elections, and get live updates on the night of polling day, why not follow our social media accounts? You can find us on:
- TikTok
- Or subscribe to one of our enewsletters.
Get election ready
For more information on how to register, apply for postal or proxy voting, and what ID is accepted, visit our dedicated Local Elections page.