# The Local Authorities (Mayoral Elections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2002, Paragraph 14: Method of election


If, after any withdrawals under rule 13—
(a) more than two candidates remain validly nominated, a poll shall be taken in accordance with Parts IV and V of these Rules,
(b) only two candidates remain validly nominated, a poll shall be taken in accordance with Part IV;
(c) only one candidate remains validly nominated, that person shall be declared to be elected in accordance with Part VI.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2002/0110390946/schedule/1/paragraph/14 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-local-authorities-mayoral-elections-england-and-wales-regulations-2002/schedule-1/paragraph-14
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