UK Government, the Law and Your Role
Who can stand for public office in the UK?
AOnly British citizens
BMost citizens of the UK, the Irish Republic or the Commonwealth aged 18 or over ✓
COnly people who have lived in the UK for 10 years
DAnyone aged 21 or over who is a resident
Explanation
Most citizens of the UK, the Irish Republic or the Commonwealth aged 18 or over can stand for public office. There are some exceptions including members of the armed forces and civil servants.
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