Deadline for people to represent their community with Interim Community Council elections

Issued on behalf of the Returning Officer

The deadline for completed nomination forms from people seeking election to thirteen Highland community councils covering areas in Ardgay and District, Arisaig, Aviemore, Avoch and Killen, Conon Bridge, Cromdale and Advie, Lochalsh, Nether Lochaber, Raasay, South Knoydart, Stratherrick and Foyers, Thurso and Uig is now officially less than a week away.  Completed forms must be submitted no later than 12 noon on Tuesday, 2 September 2025

Community Councils are voluntary organisations that express the views and concerns of local people within their area across a wide range of issues from new buildings and roads to local services and facilities. People sitting on their local community council play an important role as they act as a voice for their communities, bridging the gap between them and public agencies, including the Highland Council.

To be eligible, you must be at least 16 years old by the close of nominations, be registered to vote on the local government electoral register, and live within the Community Council area. If you're eligible, simply complete the online nomination form available at www.highland.gov.uk/ccelections before Tuesday 2 September 2025 12 noon.

We will publish the list of the nominated candidates and notices whether the Community Council has formed, not formed or is contested no later than Wednesday, 3 September 2025.

If you have changed your mind and you wish to withdraw, you can do so no later than Tuesday, 9 September 2025 at 12noon.

Elections will only take place on Friday, 10 October 2025 where the number of valid Nominations exceeds the membership number of the relevant Community Council. 

Nominations are particularly encouraged from those wishing to represent South Knoydart, Cromdale and Advie, Uig, Arisaig, and Nether Lochaber.