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We run all local, regional and national elections that take place in the district. We also maintain the electoral register. We seek to manage these in a transparent, accountable and innovative way. Our aim is to make sure that local people are fully able to exercise their right to vote and to influence decisions that affect their lives.
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Twelve former Councillors appointed Honorary Aldermen for their eminent public service
Twelve former St Albans City and District Councillors have been made Honorary Aldermen in recognition of their distinguished public service.
Action to address the impact of inflation and other external pressures on the Council’s Budget
St Albans City and District Council in common with other local authorities across England is facing challenges due to rising prices and other external factors.

Review of Parish and Town Council wards and boundaries in St Albans District
A number of changes are set to be made to the wards and boundaries of Parish and Town Councils in St Albans District following a review.
Remembrance Sunday Service and Parade in St Albans
Several hundred people attended a moving Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service in St Albans.

Council Leader’s warning about the financial outlook
Council Leader Chris White has issued a warning about the impact of economic conditions on the finances of St Albans City and District Council.
Secure your vote!
Canvassers are to visit households in St Albans District to encourage residents to secure their vote.
Proclamation ceremony held in St Albans to announce the new King
An historic Proclamation ceremony was held in St Albans to announce the new King’s reign.

People can lay floral tributes to the Queen at an area beside the Cathedral
People wanting to pay their respects to the Queen can lay a floral tribute at a special area set aside by the Cathedral.
Local Proclamation of King Charles III/Mayor's floral tribute
Proclamation of King Charles III - an historic ceremony in St Albans to proclaim the new King will be held on the Museum + Gallery balcony at 4.30pm on Sunday 11 September.

Don’t lose your voice at future elections
Residents in St Albans District should make sure their electoral registration details are up to date so they do not lose their voice.
Second consultation opens on how Parish and Town Councils in St Albans District are governed
A further round of consultations on how local communities in St Albans District are governed has begun.
Can you help the Council to keep standards high?
Three people are wanted to help promote high standards of conduct among Councillors and senior officers at St Albans City and District Council.

The new Mayor of St Albans – Councillor Geoff Harrison
Councillor Geoff Harrison has been elected the new Mayor of the City and District of St Albans – and has chosen St Albans for Refugees as his charity for the year.

Chris White re-elected as Council Leader
Councillor Chris White has been re-elected as Leader of St Albans City and District Council for the coming year.

Results of the St Albans City and District Elections of Thursday 5 May
The results of the elections for all 56 seats will appear here: https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/elections-
Get ready to have your say on Thursday 5 May
Voters will go to the polls on Thursday 5 May for important elections to St Albans City and District Council.