Councillor Dennis Palmer has resigned from Burlescombe Parish Council, prompting the council to issue a formal notice of vacancy dated 30 October 2024.
Procedure to Fill the Vacancy:
- Election Request Period: Residents have 14 working days from the notice’s publication to request an election. This requires a written request from at least ten registered electors of Burlescombe Parish, submitted to the Returning Officer at Mid Devon District Council.
- Co-option Process: If no election is requested within the specified period, the parish council will fill the vacancy through co-option, selecting a qualified individual to serve for the remainder of the term.
Contact Information:
- Returning Officer: Stephen Walford, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, Devon EX16 6PP. Burlescombe Parish Council
- Electoral Services: For further information or advice on requesting an election, contact Electoral Services at elections@middevon.gov.uk or call 01884 255255. Burlescombe Parish Council
Residents are encouraged to participate in the process to ensure effective local governance.