Notice of Casual Vacancy

KIRDFORD PARISH COUNCIL

LOXWOOD WARD

NOTICE OF CASUAL VACANCY

Notice is hereby given under Section 87 (2) of the Local Government Act 1972 that a vacancy exists in the office of Parish Councillor for the Kirdford Parish Council.

No call for an election having been received, the vacancy can be filled by co-option.

Applications from those interested in being a parish councillor should be sent to the Clerk at clerk@kirdford-pc.gov.uk by Friday 6^th September 2024 outlining why they would like to become a Councillor - any background information relevant to their co-option and confirmation of their eligibility to become a Councillor

Applicants need to ensure that they qualify under one of the following criteria before applying:

1. is registered as a local government elector for the parish;

2. has during the whole of the preceding twelve months occupied as owner or tenant, any land or premises in the parish;

3. his/her principal or only place of work during the preceding twelve months has been in the parish;

4. had during the whole of the preceding twelve months resided in the parish or within 4.8 km thereof.

and must not be disqualified from holding office as a Councillor.