The Town Council is currently on Purdah.

This period is due to end 6 May, 2025

Notice of Vacancy in the Office of Councillor

27 September 2022

Bishop Auckland
(Cockton Hill Ward)

Notice is Hereby Given

 

That due to the resignation of Leanda Chappell, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Town Council.

If by Monday, 17 October, 2022 (14 days after the date of this notice) a request for an election to fill said vacancy is made to:

The Returning Officer
Electoral Services
Room 1/104-115
County Hall
Durham
DH1 5UL

Tel: 03000 261212
Email: electoralservices@durham.gov.uk

by ten electors for the said Town Council Ward, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option.

If an election is called, a poll will take place not later than Monday, 19 December 2022.

Sarah Harris
Clerk to the Town Council
Bishop Auckland Town Council

Dated: Tuesday 27th September 2022