Preparation for the Senedd elections - Hugh James

Martin Jones, Partner and Head of Regulatory will present a timely and practical webinar designed to support Returning Officers and electoral teams as they prepare for the upcoming Senedd elections.

With the 2026 elections on the horizon, this session will explore ten critical areas that Returning Officers need to consider, including:

• The new electoral system
• The 2025 Conduct Order
• Nominations: party lists & independents
• Ballot design, printing, polling station set-up & staffing
• Accessibility duties
• Registration and franchise
• Absent voting
• Digital campaigning, including non-party campaigners
• Party and candidate spending rules for 2026
• Verification, count and results communications

This webinar is ideal for Returning Officers, legal advisors, and anyone involved in election planning and delivery.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights, share best practices, and prepare with confidence for the next electoral cycle.