Elections

I’m a Voter
Register to Vote – All you need to register to vote is 5 minutes and your National Insurance number. You must register to vote by Monday 17 April 2023 in order to vote in the elections on Thursday 4 May 2023.
Voter ID – If you’re voting on 4 May at the elections in England, you’ll need photo ID to vote at a polling station. If you need to apply for ID, you must do so by 5.00pm on 25 April, in order to vote in this election.
Candidates & Results – The list of candidates will be available on SODC’s website by 4pm on Wednesday 5 April 2023. Votes will be counted on Friday 5 May 2023, you will be able to follow the results on SODC’s website and via SODC’s social media channels.
Information for Voters

I want to be a Town Councillor
Interesting in joining Thame Town Council? Check out our webpage on Becoming a Town Councillor, which contains information on the following:
- What does a Councillor do?
- How much time per week?
- Who can be Town Councillor?
- Nomination Forms
- Guidance on Applying
- Information Sessions & Advice on becoming a Councillor
- Useful information and websites
If you are interested in standing as a Councillor at South Oxfordshire District Council, check out their website as there is a different nomination form and guidance available.

Elections Information
Elections will be held on Thursday 4 May 2023.
Thame residents will be electing:
- All 16 Councillors at Thame Town Council (note that Thame is divided into two wards – North and South – with 8 Councillors in each. You can only vote for the Councillors in your ward).
- 3 District Councillors to represent Thame at South Oxfordshire District Council.
Information on current and upcoming elections
- Notice of Election for Thame Town Council [link available on 20 March 2023]