The Local Authorities (Mayoral Elections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 No. 1024

SCHEDULE 3 Mayoral Election (Combination of Polls) Rules

PART 3 Stages common to contested and uncontested elections

Method of election

16.  If, after any withdrawals under rule 15—

(a) more than two candidates remain validly nominated, a poll shall be taken in accordance with Parts 4 and 5 of these Rules,

(b) only two candidates remain validly nominated, a poll shall be taken in accordance with Part 4;

(c) only one candidate remains validly nominated, that person shall be declared to be elected in accordance with Part 6.