Coun Richard Davies says….
In case anyone is interested, and I’ve had a few queries, the basic rules for election posters are as follows: The Lincolnshire County Council, acting as the local highway authority under Section 132 of the Highways Act 1980, has set conditions for the display of election posters on highways for parliamentary and local government elections.
These conditions include:
-Posters must be located no closer than 25 meters and no farther than 200 meters from polling place entrances, with a limit of two posters per candidate per entrance.
-Posters can only be attached to existing structures using non-ferrous materials, and the use of free-standing boards is not authorised.
-The display of posters should not obstruct visibility at road junctions, pedestrian crossings, or the movement of highway users, and must not cover traffic signs. -Posters overhanging footways must be securely fixed at least 2 meters above the ground.
-The use of adhesives for fixing posters is prohibited. -Posters must be erected no earlier than 48 hours before Election Day and removed within 14 days after polling ends.
-Non-compliant posters will be removed by county council staff, who may recover the removal costs from those responsible. -The term “poster” refers to any written or pictorial material displayed on behalf of a candidate.
Additionally, National Highways does not permit posters on trunk roads, and all such posters will be removed. Violations of these conditions may lead to prosecution and fines, and those displaying posters are liable for any damage or injury caused, although the council does not accept liability.
This consent is subject to other legal requirements and permissions for poster display. Notification of poster locations within Lincolnshire must be sent to the council’s designated contact. More info: https://www.votedavies.co.uk/election-faqs-posters-in-the-vicinity-of-polling-stations/
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