Notice of vacancy in the office of Councillor for Redenhall with Harleston Town Council

Notice of vacancy in the office of Councillor for Redenhall with Harleston Town Council

 I must give notice, under Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that a vacancy exists in the office of Town Councillor for the Redenhall with Harleston parish area. The vacancy has arisen due to the resignation of Lucy Chenery.

For a by-election to be held to fill the vacancy, a request by ten registered local government electors in Redenhall with Harleston parish area must be made, not later than 18/11/2025 to: The Returning Officer, South Norfolk Council, Horizon Business Centre, Peachman Way, Broadland Business Park, Norwich, NR7 0WF.

On receipt of a valid request, the Returning Officer will set the date of an election to be held within 60 days of this notice (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays), in accordance with Rule 5 of the Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 2006.

If an election is not requested, the Town Council will co-opt a person to fill the vacancy as soon as practicable.

 Town Clerk: Clare Crane

 Address: Redenhall with Harleston Town Council, Memorial Leisure Centre, Wilderness Lane, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9DD
 Dated: 29/10/2025