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Laura Ferguson

Glasgow council election 2022: everything you need to know ahead of polling day

Across the UK, the public will go the polls tomorrow (Thursday) to vote in the local council elections.

In Glasgow, 85 seats will be up for grabs for councillors across the city.

Since 2017, Glasgow City Council has been run by a minority SNP administration led by Susan Aitken after being elected with 39 seats.

It was the first time since 1974 that the council was not helmed by a Labour administration with the party receiving 31 votes - a loss of 13 from the previous election in 2012.

Here is everything you need to know ahead of election day.

Follow our Scottish local elections LIVE blog for all the latest on Glasgow City Council and more

When do the polls open?

Polls will be open from 7am to 10pm tomorrow (Thursday), giving everyone a chance to cast their vote in time.

Where can I vote?

If you're unsure of where your nearest polling station is, Glasgow City Council has provided information on each polling station in the city, which is available on their website here.

However, if you want more specific advice, the website Where Do I Vote will tell you exactly where to find your polling station for election day.

Who are the candidates?

With 85 seats up for grabs in Glasgow City Council, there are hundreds of candidates standing in the election.

Who can I Vote For has a full breakdown of each candidate and information on their party, or confirmation they are standing as an independent.

Here is the full list of wards in the city:

  • Anderston/City/Yorkhill
  • Baillieston
  • Calton
  • Canal
  • Cardonald
  • Dennistoun
  • Drumchapel/Anniesland
  • East Centre
  • Garscadden/Scotstounhill
  • Govan
  • Greater Pollok
  • Hillhead
  • Langside
  • Linn
  • Maryhill
  • Newlands/Auldburn
  • North East
  • Partick East/Kelvindale
  • Pollokshields
  • Shettleston
  • Southside Central
  • Springburn/Robroyston
  • Victoria Park

When will the results come in?

The results are not expected in for this election until Friday evening, with counting taking place the day after the votes are cast.

This is similar to the method used during the Scottish Parliamentary Election which took place last year.

Follow our live blog for all the latest information and elections updates ahead of polling day.

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