Notice of vacancy in the office of Councillor for Gretton Parish Council

Notice of vacancy in the office of Councillor for Gretton Parish Council

I must give notice, under Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that a vacancy exists in the office of Parish Councillor for Gretton Parish Council.

The vacancy has arisen due to the resignation of Spencer Nicholls.

For a by-election to be held to fill the vacancy, a written request made by ten registered local government electors of Gretton Parish Council, must be submitted within 14 days of this notice (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays).  Requests may be submitted by post or in person (via appointment) to:

The Proper Officer

Kamila Coulson-Patel

c/o Electoral Services

North Northamptonshire Council

Municipal Offices

Bowling Green Road

Kettering

NN15 7QX

Additionally, you can email a copy to elections@northnorthants.gov.uk but you should also submit the original request as shown above.

If you require a template request form, please email the elections office at the email address above.

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 Parish Council will co-opt a person to fill the vacancy as soon as practicable.

Chrissie Watts

Parish Clerk

Dated: Friday 14 August 2026