Local elections

Wirral Council has 66 councillors in 22 electoral wards. Each ward is represented by three councillors. 

In May 2023 Wirral Council changed to a whole council election system. Elections were held for all 66 seats at the same time. Councillors serve for a term of four years.

The next local elections for all wards are due to take place on Thursday 6 May 2027.

Previous local election results

Results of the last local elections on 4 May 2023

Results of local elections since May 2016

Results of local elections before May 2016

Current makeup of Wirral Council

View the political makeup of the council