The Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 2006

Poll to be taken by ballotE+W
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15.  The votes at the poll must be given by ballot, the result must be ascertained by counting the votes given to each candidate and the candidate or candidates to whom more votes have been given than to the other candidates, up to the number of councillors to be elected, must be declared to have been elected.