Three candidates have put their names in the hat for this week's Alsager by-election

By The Editor 26th May 2026

Local News

Local News by The Editor 26th May 2026

Residents living in the Central ward go to the polls on Thursday (28 May) - to decide on a new town councillor.

Alsager Town council is seeking a new representative in the Central ward.

Three candidates have put their names into the hat in the by-election.

In alphabetical order they are:

Bailey, Katie (Independent)
Mahoney, David (Reform UK)
Williams, Philip (Liberal Democrats)

Voters will need to show photo ID to vote.

Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport; a UK, EEA or Commonwealth drivers' licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person's bus pass.

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