The Leith Walk by-election (Ward 12) triggered by Councillor Deidre Brock’s resignation will be held on 10 September.
Sue Bruce, Returning Officer and Chief Executive of The City of Edinburgh Council, said: ‘Deidre Brock has served as an elected member for more than eight years and I wish her well in her new role as a Member of Parliament.
‘I now look forward to involving the public in the democratic process to elect a new councillor for the Leith Walk ward.’
To register to vote or apply for a postal vote contact the Electoral Registration Office or phone 0131 344 2500 by 25 August.
Polling stations will open on 10 September from 7am–10pm on 10th September (locations to be confirmed).
The election will use the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system, whereby voters rank as many or as few candidates as they wish in order of preference.
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