Forms for Candidates

Our "Guidance for Candidates in the 2016 General Election" (PDF) document. This gives an overview of essential information. Candidates with queries are advised to consult the Representation of the People Act 1995 and the Representation of the People Regulations 2015 or seek their own legal advice.

Nomination Form (2016)

A Nominations form for candidates wishing to stand in the 2016 House of Keys election can be found is provided via the hyperlink.

Nomination forms must be delivered to constituency returning officers between the 17-24 August 2016 and must be returned no later than 13:00 on 24 August 2016.

Guidance for Candidate Funding (2016)

The rules governing the way in which candidates and political parties conduct electoral funding has been changed from previous years. To ensure that you are fully complaint please read the: "Guidance on Election Funding for those intending to stand for election to the House of Keys at the 2016 General Election".

Donations form (2016)

Donations can be used to assist with campaign expenditure; however a candidate is required to declare these and should keep a record of any donations received.

Every candidate must submit a Declaration of Donations Received (Form 32) to the Electoral Registration Officer on or before Thursday 15 September 2016.

This applies even if no donations were received.