Bolton

Horwich and Blackrod First 4, Failsworth and Kearseley First 3, Communities First 2, Independent 1. A large district in Greater Manchester, north-west of Manchester itself; includes Farnworth, Westhoughton and Horwich.

Westhoughton South has a vacant seat (held by Labour). Samantha Williamson (Horwich South and Blackrod) moved from Horwich and Blackrod First to Liberal Democrat in October 2026. Yusuf Davda (Rumworth) moved from Independent to Green Party in October 2026. An Independent gained a seat from Labour in Rumworth at a byelection on 30 July. Andrea Taylor-Burke (Little Lever and Darcy Lever) moved from Conservative to Independent in May 2026.

Next local elections
2027

Election cycle
Thirds

Local authority type
Metrop

Address
Victoria Square, Bolton BL1 1RU

Phone
01204 333333

Website
http://www.bolton.gov.uk/

Council Tax (Band D)
£2399.74