A poll to elect the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police Area will take place on Thursday 2 May 2024. 

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) make sure that the local police in their area are meeting the needs of the community.

The Police Area Returning Officer (PARO) for Hampshire and Isle of Wight is Mark Heath at Southampton City Council.

The PARO is responsible for the conduct of the poll and declaration of result only.

Information on the candidates standing for election in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight police area can be found by visiting the choose my PCC website, which will only be updated following the close of nominations on Friday 5 April 2024.

You will also be able to download a PDF booklet of the candidate details or you will be able to ring 0300 1311 323 to request a copy to be delivered to you.

About your vote

You need to be registered to be able to vote.

If you are not registered, please visit www.gov.uk/register-to-vote or contact your local council.

If you are registered, and eligible to vote you can either vote in person at a polling station, by post, or by proxy (allowing someone you trust to vote on your behalf).

For more information about your vote, please visit https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-elections.