The National Electoral Commission (NEC) has recorded the initial six committees formed for the local government elections, including both civic coalitions and non party local government members. The deadline for submitting a notification about the creation of an electoral commission is February 12. This step marks a formal acknowledgment of the committee’s role before any campaign activity begins, and it triggers subsequent administrative actions to prepare for the vote.
Time until February 12
Political parties and coalitions are responsible for informing the National Electoral Commission about the establishment of an electoral commission. They have until February 12 to complete this notification. In addition, the NEC will inform the Organization’s Election Committee and the Voter Election Committee about its formation if there is an intention to nominate candidates in more than one voivodeship. This coordination helps ensure that cross‑regional candidacies are properly registered and monitored. If a committee plans to nominate candidates for councilors in only a single voivodeship, it must notify the appropriate election commissioner of its establishment, with February 12 remaining the deadline.
Who registered the committees?
The National Electoral Commission registered the first six election commissions on a Thursday. These entities include the Coalition Election Committee, the Citizen Coalition, the Impartial Electoral Commission for Local Government, the Election Commission for the Normal Land, the Election Commission for Citizens and Justice, the Election Commission for the Slavic Union, and the Election Commission for Ruch Repair Poland. The registrations establish the formal framework for the committees to operate and to begin essential preparatory tasks. Only from the date the NEC or the Election Commissioner approves the notification can the Electoral Committee start collecting signatures in support of candidate lists and organizing the election logistics.
We vote on April 7
The municipal elections are scheduled for Sunday, April 7. If needed, a second round for direct elections of municipal heads, mayors, and city presidents would take place on April 21, providing an opportunity for voters to revisit outcomes where the first round did not produce a clear winner. This two‑phase approach helps ensure that local leadership reflects broad public support and gives parties and independents a second chance to present their platforms.
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