A vacancy has opened on the Walton Parish Council following the resignation of councillor Anita Williams, who represented the Higher Walton ward for many years. Residents now have the opportunity to request a public vote to decide who will fill the empty seat.
The formal notice of the vacancy was published by Warrington Borough Council on 30 April 2026. Under local election rules, the position will be filled by a by-election if at least 10 registered electors from the Higher Walton ward submit a written request to the Returning Officer by 21 May 2026.
If a request for a by-election is submitted, the vote must be held no later than 24 July 2026. If fewer than 10 residents submit a request by the deadline, the parish council will fill the vacancy through co-option, where the council members themselves select a new representative.
Those wishing to request a by-election must send their written submission to Sarah Smith, the Returning Officer and Chief Executive of Warrington Borough Council, at Town Hall, Sankey Street, Warrington, WA1 1UH.
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