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  "description": "\nAn election will be held next month for a seat on Stafford Borough Council.",
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  "textContent": "The election will take place on Thursday 16 July in the Manor Ward of Stafford.\n\nPolling stations will be open from 7am until 10pm on the day and residents have until Tuesday 30 June to register to vote - and you can find out how at www.staffordbc.gov.uk/how-do-you-register-to-vote\n\nThe deadline to apply for a postal vote is 5pm on Wednesday 1 July with more information from Elections - Voting | Stafford Borough Council (staffordbc.gov.uk).\n\nPeople will need to bring photographic identification with them to vote at a polling station - such as a UK passport, Driving Licence, or disabled blue badge. A full list of acceptable identification can be found at Voter ID | Electoral Commission\n\nPeople who do not have the identification have until 5pm on Wednesday 8 July to apply for a free ‘Voter Authority Certificate’ at www.gov.uk/apply-for-photo-id-voter-authority-certificate.\n\nThe by-election is being held following the death of Councillor Angela Loughran.\n\nFor more information go to www.staffordbc.gov.uk/manor-ward-election-16-july-2026 or email elections@staffordbc.gov.uk or 01785 619 424.\n\n####  Enjoyed this story?\n\nThe Staffordshire Signal is a not-for-profit, community-funded publication. Every tip helps keep local journalism free, independent, and focused on the stories that matter across Staffordshire.\n\nEvery contribution supports reporting, photography, and storytelling across the county.\n\nExplore the heart of our county Use the interactive map above to discover local landmarks, heritage sites, and community-vetted spots. Every interaction helps support **The Staffordshire Signal’s** mission to keep local news free and independent.\n\n### Join The Staffordshire Signal on WhatsApp\n\nNever miss a single breaking update, local news story, community event, or deep dive. See everything happening in Staffordshire first, straight to your phone!\n\n\nGet Instant Updates\n\n\n\nSupport independent local journalism by selecting ****The Staffordshire Signal**** as a ‘Preferred Source’ on Google. Help us stay front-and-centre in your news feed.",
  "title": "By-Election to be held for seat on Stafford Borough",
  "updatedAt": "2026-06-11T09:27:19.327Z"
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