The Holborn and St Pancras by-election is set to take place on Thursday, October 8, 2026, after former Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer resigned as the constituency’s Member of Parliament on September 1. The contest is expected to attract significant attention, with the Labour Party and Green Party among the major parties competing for the seat. The final list of candidates will be confirmed after nominations close on September 15.
When Is The Holborn And St Pancras By-Election 2026?
Voters in the constituency will go to the polls on October 8, 2026. Polling stations will remain open from 7 am to 10 pm. Counting will begin after voting closes, with the result expected in the early hours of October 9.
Who Are The Candidates?
The final candidate list will be confirmed once the nomination process concludes. Two prominent candidates already announced are:
Sagal Abdi-Wali – Labour Party: Abdi-Wali is a Camden councillor and the Leader of Camden Council. She came to Britain as a child refugee from Somalia and has previously held the council’s Better Homes portfolio.
Zack Polanski – Green Party: Polanski is the Green Party leader and a member of the London Assembly. He secured the party’s nomination for the by-election and will be looking to build on the Greens’ recent electoral gains.
Why Is The Holborn And St Pancras Seat Important?
Holborn and St Pancras has traditionally been a strong Labour constituency and has remained in Labour hands since its creation in 1983. The by-election is therefore being closely watched as a test of Labour’s position in the constituency and the Green Party’s ability to make further gains in London.
What Is The Deadline To Register To Vote?
Eligible residents who are not already registered must complete their voter registration by 11:59 pm on September 22, 2026. Voters can register through the official UK government voter registration service.
What Is The Deadline For Postal And Proxy Voting?
Those unable to vote in person can apply for a postal vote or make changes to existing proxy arrangements. The deadline for relevant postal and proxy applications is 5 pm on September 23, 2026.
Do Voters Need Photo ID?
Yes. Voters must present an accepted form of photographic identification when voting at a polling station. Anyone who does not have an accepted form of ID can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate through the UK government’s official service.
When Will The Holborn And St Pancras By-Election Result Be Announced?
Voting will end at 10 pm on October 8, after which officials will begin counting the ballots. The winner is expected to be announced during the early hours of Friday, October 9, although the exact timing will depend on the counting process.
Residents can also follow updates from Camden Council for local information related to the election.
