New councillor elected to Cotswold District Council

The by-election, triggered by the resignation of Nigel Robbins, saw a voter turnout of [33.8]%, with residents of The Beeches ward casting their votes to elect a new councillor.   

It means the political composition of Cotswold District Council is now as follows:    

22 Liberal Democrat councillors   

10 Conservative councillors   

1 Green Party councillors   

1 Independents   

The Liberal Democrats retain their majority on the council.   

The newly elected Councillor Paul Evans will take up their position immediately and work alongside colleagues to represent the interests of The Beeches ward and the wider Cotswold district.   

Jane Portman, chief executive and returning officer of Cotswold District Council, said:   

“Thank you to everyone who stood, supported, and voted in The Beeches by-election. Your participation plays a vital role in shaping a lasting legacy for our district. We look forward to working with Cllr Evans to champion the needs of residents, businesses, and communities in The Beeches ward and throughout the Cotswold district.” 

For more information about elections and voting, please visit the council’s website:   

https://www.cotswold.gov.uk/about-the-council/elections-and-voting/