Ballot opens for UK Council seats in Northern Ireland and Midlands regions

Members of the SoR in Northern Ireland and the Midlands will be able to cast votes for their respective council members from 16 April

Published: 15 April 2026 SoR

Members of the SoR in Northern Ireland and the Midlands regions will this week be able to participate in ballots for seats on UK Council.

From 16 April, eligible members will receive an envelope explaining how to vote for the relevant representative seats.

Nominations for UK Council positions have now closed, with two candidates in the running for the Northern Ireland seat and three candidates for the Midlands representative role. 

'Strong and united'

Elected representatives serve for a minimum term of three years, advocating for member interests at the highest level of the SoR.  

Information on candidates, including their election statements, will arrive via mail from Civica Election Services.

Richard Evans, CEO of the SoR, said: “UK Council is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the SoR to ensure that we remain strong and united, with the profession well prepared to meet future challenges and embrace new opportunities.

“As a member, I encourage you to participate in this important democratic process by voting. It is your opportunity to select the individual that you think has the capabilities to join our national governing body.”

Members are encouraged to read these statements carefully, make their selections, and return the completed ballot paper by noon on Friday, 22 May.

Elections

Councillors possess a range of legal duties, including:

  • representing and promoting agreed policies 
  • representing the trade union and professional interests of all Society members
  • developing and promoting the advancement of the radiography profession and the wider radiographic workforce
  • undertaking campaign work as required 
  • encouraging recruitment of members in the countries and region(s)
  • attending and speaking at national and international conferences, events and meetings

For those whose postal address has changed in the last two years without the SoR being informed, notification should be directed to [email protected].

For supplementary information about the election, members can contact governance manager Zoe Willenbrock at [email protected].

Find out more about UK Council, their responsibilities, and the election process, online here