Councillor Vacancies
Councillor vacancy
Notice of Vacancy In Office of Councillor of the Parish of Saxilby with Ingleby
Notice Is Hereby Given pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that due to the resignation of Sadie Louise Ashton Derry, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the said Parish.
If by 26 November 2025 (*14 days after the date of this notice) a request for an election to fill said vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Officer at the address below by TEN electors for the said Parish, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option. If an election is called, it will take place not later than 4 February 2026.
Notice of Vacancy In Office of Councillor of the Parish of Saxilby with Ingleby
Notice Is Hereby Given pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that due to the resignation of Shiela June Hughes, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the said Parish.
If by 2 December 2025 (*14 days after the date of this notice) a request for an election to fill said vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Officer at the address below by TEN electors for the said Parish, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option. If an election is called, it will take place not later than 10 February 2026.
Co-option
Information about when a vacancy is available and open for co-option.
To stand for co-option to a local council you must be:
- A UK or Commonwealth citizen; or be a citizen of the Republic of Ireland; or be a citizen of another Member State of the European Union
- At least 18 years old
- An elector of the local council; or in the past 12 months occupied land or other premises in the area the local council serves (as owner or tenant); or work in the area local council serves (as your principal or only place of work); or live within three miles of the local council boundary.
When there is a vacancy for a councillor, it is advertised on this page and on the parish council's noticeboard at Saxilby Co-op. You can apply by submitting an application, using the form below. This is then considered at full council.
Co-option Policy and Procedure
What does a local council do?
Your local council has overall responsibility for the wellbeing of your local community. Their work falls into three main categories:
- Delivery of services
- Improve quality of life for residents
- Give communities a democratic voice
Becoming a local councillor
As a local councillor you can become a voice for your community and make real change. Councillors are community leaders and represent the interests of the communities they serve. Local councillors have three main responsibilities:
- Decision-making
- Monitoring
- Getting involved locally
Calling all community heroes to become parish councillors. We want people of all backgrounds and experience to represent the community and help #MakeAChange.