Pursuant to Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, Graham Campbell is no longer a Member of the Town Council. This has created a vacancy in the office of Councillor for the Town Council.
If a request for an election to fill the vacancy is made to the Returning Officer by TEN electors registered in the Town Ward, an election will be held. This request must be made within 14 days after the date of the notice, which is no later than 11 November 2026. The Returning Officer can be contacted at Electoral Services, Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XJ or via email at elections@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.
If an election is called, it is expected to take place no later than 19 January 2027. Alternatively, the vacancy may be filled by co-option.
In calculating the time period for this purpose, Saturdays, Sundays, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Good Friday, bank holidays, or days appointed for thanksgiving or mourning are disregarded.
Individuals interested in becoming a councillor are encouraged to contact the Town Clerk, Julie Hawkins, on 01747 823588.
