9.—(1) The proceedings at an election shall be conducted in accordance with the following table:–
| Proceeding | Time |
|---|---|
1. Publication of notice of election. | Not later than 8 weeks before the day of the poll. |
2. Delivery of nomination papers. | Not later than 4.00 p.m. on any day after the date of the publication of the notice of election but not later than 5 weeks before the day of the poll. |
3. Delivery of notices of withdrawals of candidature. | Within the time for the delivery of nomination papers at the election. |
4. Publication of statement of persons nominated. | Within 24 hours after the close of the time for the delivery of nomination papers at the election. |
(2) At any election held under article 8 above (filling of casual vacancies) the timetable prescribed in paragraph (1) above shall apply subject to any modifications necessary to secure completion of the proceedings listed in items 1 to 4 in the first column of that timetable, before the date fixed as the day of the poll at that election.