Central Bedfordshire Council elections team have advised that 3 vacancies will exist on Blunham Parish Council, due to there being not enough candidate standing for election on 4 May 2023, so these vacancies may be filled by co-option. The term of office will run until May 2027.
If you would like to serve as a Councillor please apply, in writing or by email, to the Clerk (clerk@blunham-pc.gov.uk), providing brief background details and stating why you would like to join the Council if you apply by 10th May 2023, the co-option can be considered at the meeting on Thursday 18th May. Or if you would like to learn more about what is involved please come along to the meeting on 18th May to speak to the Parish Councillors.
To be a Parish Councillor you must be:
- either be registered to vote on the current register with the local council.
- or have either worked or lived in the council’s area for one year.
- been an owner or tenant of any land or premises in the council’s area for one year.
and must not be disqualified from holding office as a Councillor.
If you require further information or would like to speak to a current Parish Councillor about the role, please contact the Clerk to the Council or visit the website www.blunham-pc.gov.uk