Frequently asked questions
Elections, voting, councils and how to get involved — quick answers to the questions we’re asked most.
Who are Reform UK Sleaford & North Hykeham?
We’re the local branch of Reform UK for the Sleaford & North Hykeham constituency — covering Sleaford, North Hykeham and the villages of North Kesteven. The branch is run entirely by local volunteers.
Meet the people behind it on our Your team page.
When are the next elections?
North Kesteven District Council — every seat is up for election in May 2027.
Lincolnshire County Council — the next county elections are on 3 May 2029.
Westminster — the next general election must be held by summer 2029.
Which council does what?
North Kesteven District Council deals with planning applications, bin collections, council housing, collecting council tax, licensing and leisure.
Lincolnshire County Council runs roads and pavements, schools, adult and children’s social care, libraries, waste disposal and public transport.
The Mayor of Greater Lincolnshire leads on strategic transport, skills and economic growth across the region.
What is local government reorganisation (LGR), and what’s happened to it?
Local government reorganisation is the Government’s plan to scrap the two tiers of county and district councils and replace them with single “unitary” councils. In July 2026 it chose to abolish Lincolnshire County Council and all seven district councils, including North Kesteven, and replace them with two new councils from April 2028. North Kesteven would have been split in two: some wards would have joined an enlarged Lincoln council, and the rest would have gone into a new Lincolnshire council.
On 7 September 2026 the Government paused the plan, along with reorganisation in 13 other areas, to review the process in light of new legal advice. This followed a pre-action protocol letter from Reform UK-led Lincolnshire County Council, asking the Government to explain how the competing proposals were assessed. No new date has been set.
For now, nothing changes. North Kesteven District Council stays as it is, and the May 2027 elections go ahead on the current boundaries. Reform UK will oppose any plan to split North Kesteven if reorganisation returns. Read more in our LGR news story and on our policies page.
Who is my Reform UK councillor or candidate?
Pop your postcode into the finder on our Candidates page. It will tell you which ward you’re in and who is standing for Reform UK there. For the county council, see the county council page.
How many votes do I get at the district election?
North Kesteven wards elect one, two or three councillors, and you get as many votes as there are seats. If your ward elects three councillors, you can vote for three candidates. To give Reform UK the best chance, use all your votes and put an X next to every Reform UK candidate.
How do I vote at the County Council election?
Lincolnshire County Council is elected every four years, and the next election is on 3 May 2029. Each county division elects one councillor, so you get one vote: put a single X next to the candidate you want. The candidate with the most votes wins, even if they get less than half. Your county division is different from your district ward, so the candidates and the boundaries may not match.
How do I vote at a general election?
A general election chooses the Members of Parliament who sit at Westminster. The next one must be held by summer 2029. Your constituency elects one MP and you get one vote: put a single X next to one candidate. The candidate with the most votes becomes your MP, and the party that wins the most seats across the country usually forms the government.
How do I register to vote, or get a postal vote?
You can register to vote online in about five minutes. If you can’t get to the polling station, you can apply for a postal vote.
Remember: you now need to show photo ID to vote at a polling station in England.
How can I help the campaign?
Delivering leaflets, knocking on doors, putting up a poster or helping on polling day — every hour makes a difference. Sign up to volunteer and the local team will be in touch.
How do I join Reform UK?
You can join Reform UK online. Members get a say in the party and hear first about what’s happening locally.
What is the ReformGo app?
ReformGo is the official Reform UK app. It gives you exclusive content from party officials, access to your membership portal, and updates on events and news from across the party. It’s free to download from the App Store for iPhone and from Google Play for Android.
Can I donate to the local branch?
Yes. Donations through our branch donation page stay in Sleaford & North Hykeham and fund local campaigning.
Could I stand as a candidate?
We want local people who care about their community. No political experience is needed — we’ll support you and campaign alongside you. Apply to stand.
Why don’t you publish branch events?
For the safety of our members and volunteers, details of branch meetings and events are sent to members by email rather than published on the website.
How do I attend a branch event?
Branch events are for Reform UK members only. Members are invited by email, and events are also listed in the ReformGo app. If you’re not a member yet, join Reform UK and you’ll get invitations to events in Sleaford & North Hykeham.
How do I get in touch or report a local issue?
Visit our Contact us page, or email sleafordandnorthhykeham@reformuk.com. For council matters, you can also contact your councillor directly from their profile page.
What do you do with my personal information?
We only use your details for the reason you gave them to us. Our privacy notice explains how we handle your data and your rights.