(This note is not part of the Order)
This Order increases the maximum amount of candidates’ election expenses at local government elections. The maximum amount of a candidate’s election expenses is made up of a fixed amount (currently £705) plus the sum of 6p for each entry in the register of electors. This Order increases the fixed amount so that it will now be £740.
The change made by this Order applies in relation to the local government elections due to be held on 4th May 2017 and subsequent elections.