# The Local Elections (Communities) (Wales) Rules 2021, Rule 12: Withdrawal of candidates

Extent: E+W

(1) A candidate may withdraw from candidature by giving a notice of withdrawal to the returning officer.
(2) The notice of withdrawal must be signed by the candidate in the presence of a witness who must attest the candidate’s signature.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/wsi/2021/1460/schedule/2/rule/12 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/local-elections-communities-wales-rules-2021/schedule-2/rule-12
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