Notice of Election The notice of election is the starting point for the elections and I attach a copy for you to publish. This can be on your website, notice boards and through email distribution. If you would like paper copies sent to you, please let me know. Nominations Anyone wishing to stand as a candidate at the election must submit a nomination paper to this office by 4:00pm on Tuesday 4 April.  Full details and copies of the nomination packs are available on our website at: http://www.cotswold.gov.uk/about-the-council/elections/current-future-elections/  Paper copies are available from this office. Registration and voting Poll cards will be posted to electors on Friday 24 March.  For anyone not already registered, the deadline to register for this election is midnight on Thursday 13 April. The easiest way to register is online at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote or alternatively, contact us and we will send a paper form. To vote by post at this election, we must receive  applications by 5 pm on Tuesday 18 April  - forms can be downloaded from www.yourvotematters.co.uk or contact us for a paper copy. To vote by proxy at this election, we must receive applications by 5pm on Tuesday 25 April - - forms can be downloaded from www.yourvotematters.co.uk or contact us for a paper copy. If you have any queries or need paper copies of any of the above,  please contact our helpline on 01285 623002 or elections@cotswold.gov.uk