maxque
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Post by maxque on Sept 12, 2020 16:56:15 GMT
Are there any wards without councillors as a result of this? One or two member wards in unitary authorities might be a possibility. If so, that is a particularly unacceptable situation. From Andrew's list. Wales: Bridgend, Nant-y-moel * Denbighshire, Corwen * England: Canterbury, Swalecliffe ! Cheshire West and Chester, Neston * East Staffs, Eton Park Fenland, Lattersey Lancaster, Kellet Mid Devon, Taw North Lincs, Broughton and Appleby * NW Leics, Worthington and Breedon South Kesteven, Glen Stoke-on-Trent, Moorcroft * Wealden, Hailsham South Wealden, Heathfield North Wealden, Heathfield South West Lindsey, Kelsey Wold Wychavon, Elmley Castle and Somerville * means unitary ! means county seat vacant
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Post by independentukip on Sept 12, 2020 16:59:47 GMT
In principle there it a point over democratic deficits and lack of representation in decision making processes. But in reality, especially given that most backbench councillors have essentially no power, I’m sure not having a local councillor isn’t really going to cause anyone any massive problems. You're probably closer to Johnson, Whitty etc. than you realise. No more local council elections again ever.
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Post by independentukip on Sept 12, 2020 17:07:40 GMT
Exempt all elections from all rules. Two adults with four kids not allowed to meet with the grandparents for an indefinite period (except at an election count), but all the politicians allowed to have their 'fun'. That'll go down well!
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Post by tonygreaves on Sept 12, 2020 17:12:42 GMT
I would dispute this assertion in all cases. (as a backbench Councillor).
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Post by greenchristian on Sept 12, 2020 17:23:38 GMT
I would dispute this assertion in all cases. (as a backbench Councillor). It's probably a good idea to quote the post making the assertion. It took me at least a minute to figure out which assertion you were disputing.
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Post by dundas on Sept 15, 2020 10:29:51 GMT
In principle there it a point over democratic deficits and lack of representation in decision making processes. But in reality, especially given that most backbench councillors have essentially no power, I’m sure not having a local councillor isn’t really going to cause anyone any massive problems. I disagree wholeheartedly. Now more than ever, voices of dissent are needed.
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Post by ColinJ on Sept 15, 2020 10:43:47 GMT
It is with sadness that I have to report the death of the Mayor of Hertsmere, Cllr. Cynthia Barker (Con, Borehamwood Kenilworth). Here is the story from the Watford Observer.
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Post by The Bishop on Sept 15, 2020 10:46:40 GMT
Are there any wards without councillors as a result of this? One or two member wards in unitary authorities might be a possibility. If so, that is a particularly unacceptable situation. From Andrew's list. Wales: Bridgend, Nant-y-moel * Denbighshire, Corwen * England: Canterbury, Swalecliffe ! Cheshire West and Chester, Neston * East Staffs, Eton Park Fenland, Lattersey Lancaster, Kellet Mid Devon, Taw North Lincs, Broughton and Appleby * NW Leics, Worthington and Breedon South Kesteven, Glen Stoke-on-Trent, Moorcroft * Wealden, Hailsham South Wealden, Heathfield North Wealden, Heathfield South West Lindsey, Kelsey Wold Wychavon, Elmley Castle and Somerville * means unitary ! means county seat vacant Which of those has been vacant the longest?
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Post by andrewp on Sept 15, 2020 10:49:46 GMT
It is with sadness that I have to report the death of the Mayor of Hertsmere, Cllr. Cynthia Barker (Con, Borehamwood Kenilworth). Here is the story from the Watford Observer. Those comments from political opponents are warmer than the standard ones that are sometimes given.
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Post by Merseymike on Sept 15, 2020 11:02:47 GMT
Cllr Mike O'Brien (Lab, Derby Ward, Sefton) has sadly died.
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Post by andrewteale on Sept 15, 2020 13:08:52 GMT
From Andrew's list. Wales: Bridgend, Nant-y-moel * Denbighshire, Corwen * England: Canterbury, Swalecliffe ! Cheshire West and Chester, Neston * East Staffs, Eton Park Fenland, Lattersey Lancaster, Kellet Mid Devon, Taw North Lincs, Broughton and Appleby * NW Leics, Worthington and Breedon South Kesteven, Glen Stoke-on-Trent, Moorcroft * Wealden, Hailsham South Wealden, Heathfield North Wealden, Heathfield South West Lindsey, Kelsey Wold Wychavon, Elmley Castle and Somerville * means unitary ! means county seat vacant Which of those has been vacant the longest? Appears to be Worthington and Breedon, which went on my list on Sunday 1 December so has probably been vacant since the end of November.
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Post by Gracie L on Sept 15, 2020 22:56:29 GMT
It is with sadness that I have to report the death of the Mayor of Hertsmere, Cllr. Cynthia Barker (Con, Borehamwood Kenilworth). Here is the story from the Watford Observer. Those comments from political opponents are warmer than the standard ones that are sometimes given. Cynthia was an absolute delight to know - she was so nice and pleasant and spoke honestly about matters - everyone that got to know her could not help but be warm towards her no matter what political party. Such sad news
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Post by LDCaerdydd on Sept 16, 2020 9:56:15 GMT
This seems like a good as any place to put this.
Yesterday Chloe Smith (minister for the Constitution) wrote to councils in England saying the May 2021 elections will go ahead and that there will be no by-elections in England before then.
They've also ruled out all postal elections, will provide extra funding to councils for elections and will differ publication of the new register until 1 Feb 2021.
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Post by ricmk on Sept 16, 2020 15:35:30 GMT
This seems like a good as any place to put this. Yesterday Chloe Smith (minister for the Constitution) wrote to councils in England saying the May 2021 elections will go ahead and that there will be no by-elections in England before then. They've also ruled out all postal elections, will provide extra funding to councils for elections and will differ publication of the new register until 1 Feb 2021. Have they *ruled out* all postal elections? I thought they'd said that they couldn't currently see the necessity - which leaves a lot more wriggle room.
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Post by tonygreaves on Sept 17, 2020 11:55:40 GMT
I would dispute this assertion in all cases. (as a backbench Councillor). It's probably a good idea to quote the post making the assertion. It took me at least a minute to figure out which assertion you were disputing. Okay sorry, Of course, you can often assume I will dispute anything on offer!
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Post by tonygreaves on Sept 17, 2020 12:56:09 GMT
Another Pendle Borough Councillor has been summarily disqualified for not attending a meeting for six months. This is Cllr Qamar Shazad, Labour, Brierfield. That's now three.
Council now Con 20, Lab 15, LD 10, Ind 1. All-out due in May if we ever get to hold it.
UPDATE: Rumours circulating last night that "Downing Street is taking Unitaries off the table". Don't know if that is nationlly or just Lancashire but we may be getting elections next May after all.
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Post by Tony Otim on Sept 17, 2020 13:05:05 GMT
Aberdeenshire, Ellon and District (SNP) - 15 Oct 2020 - will be a 5-way fight - Lab, LD, Con, SNP and Green.
Preview thread will go up sometime in next few days hopefully.
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Post by middleenglander on Sept 17, 2020 14:09:31 GMT
Which of those has been vacant the longest? Appears to be Worthington and Breedon, which went on my list on Sunday 1 December so has probably been vacant since the end of November. The death of David Stevenson was reported 08 November 2019,
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Post by tonygreaves on Sept 18, 2020 16:55:20 GMT
CABINET OFFICE have now confirmed that "unitaries are off the table" and that ordinary elections will take place next May plus elections deferred from last May and outstanding by-elections. I assume the "unitaries" info is for Lancashire but may be wider.
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Post by owainsutton on Sept 18, 2020 18:07:32 GMT
CABINET OFFICE have now confirmed that "unitaries are off the table" and that ordinary elections will take place next May plus elections deferred from last May and outstanding by-elections. I assume the "unitaries" info is for Lancashire but may be wider. Ta. Have you got a link for that?
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