# The Local Authorities (Mayoral Elections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007, Paragraph 16: Method of election


If, after any withdrawals under rule 15—
(a) more than two candidates remain validly nominated, a poll shall be taken in accordance with Parts 4 and 5 of these Rules;
(b) only two candidates remain validly nominated, a poll shall be taken in accordance with Part 4;
(c) only one candidate remains validly nominated, that person shall be declared to be elected in accordance with Part 6.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2007/9780110766904/schedule/1/paragraph/16 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-local-authorities-mayoral-elections-england-and-wales-regulations-2007/schedule-1/paragraph-16
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