ECC20716413 07 26 - Clacton Election
- Received date06/07/2026
- Business area Districts and Boroughs
- OutcomeInformation not held
- SourcePress
Request summary
Freedom of Information Act Request
Reference: ECC20716413 07 26
Response: 14 July 2026
I can confirm that Essex County Council does not hold this information.
I am writing to request answers to the following questions regarding the cost of re-electing an MP in Clacton-Upon-Sea following the step-down of nigel Farage as MP.
Question 1 - In total, how much will it cost to elect a new MP into Clacton-Upon-Sea, including the cost of hosting an election in the constituency (figure only)
Question 2 - If a specific total cannot be found, please round to the nearest 1000.
I can confirm that Essex County Council does not hold this information. Your request should be directed to Tendring District Council - Freedom of Information (FOI)
Your Right to Know
Democracy and Transparency
Essex County Council
Telephone: 033301 38989
Email: YourRight.ToKnow@essex.gov.uk | www.essex.gov.uk
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