Information for Candidates and Voters
Scottish Parliamentary Elections will be held on Thursday 7 May 2026. Polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm.
Shetland Islands Constituency result is expected to be announced on Friday 8 May 2026.
Notice of Election
The Notice of Election will be published on Monday 16 March 2026.
Nomination period
The nomination period will open on Tuesday 17 March 2026 and close at 4pm on Wednesday 1 April 2026.
Candidates may only submit nomination papers during the nomination period. Nomination papers cannot be accepted before Tuesday 17 March or after 4pm on Wednesday 1 April 2026.
Note - queries regarding nominations for the Highland and Islands Regional Election (regional list) should be directed to the Regional Returning Officer election@highland.gov.uk or visit their webpage Next election - Scottish Parliamentary Elections - Highland Council.
We will continue to update this webpage as information becomes available.