Two by-elections to take place on May 2Two council by-elections in Hackney coincide with the London Mayor vote on May 2.Nomination papers for the by-election must be submitted by April 5, and voter registration deadline is April 16.
Brain drain fear at London town halls as almost 80 local councillors to stand at general electionA record number of London councillors are standing for Parliament, possibly causing a brain drain but potentially enhancing Parliament's understanding of London's challenges.