Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 22, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED: 1.      That the Council agree in principle to the Council’s participation in a flexible voting pilot at the May 2026 local elections, based upon a polling day voting hub in Central Milton Keynes (anticipated to be Centre:MK or Midsummer Place), and that the initial expression of interest be noted. 2.      That authority be delegated to the Director of Law & Governance / Returning Officer (in consultation with the Leaders of Political Groups) to: a)      make a final decision about the Council’s proposal and participation; b)      agree the terms for the pilot and the funding arrangements; and c)      finalise the arrangements and enter into any required legal agreements.