Casual Vacancy

Anyone interested in applying for the one casual vacancy on Hartington Town Quarter Parish Council must now register their interest with the election team at Derbyshire Dales District Council, prior to the closing date of the notice detailing this vacancy. Thank you.

Casual Vacancy Details

Vacancy for one parish councillor at Hartington Town Quarter Parish Council

A vacancy has arisen for a parish councillor on Hartington Town Quarter Parish Council. (Please see accompanying notice).  The parish council awaits instruction from Derbyshire Dales District Council.  However, if you are interested in applying for the vacancy your attention is drawn to the information below:

• You must be 18 years of age and above and be a resident of Hartington Town Quarter Parish or operate a business in the parish.

• Hartington Town Quarter Parish Council meetings take place 10 times a year (usually the first Wednesday of each month, except January and August, but can be subject to change) at 7.30 pm in the Bakehouse of Hartington Village Hall.

• All councillors have to sign a declaration of acceptance of office form, abide by a code of conduct and complete a register of interest form which is lodged with Derbyshire Dales District Council and is a public record.

• Being a member of the parish council is an interesting and varied position providing the opportunity to become involved in supporting decisions for the parish.

• You will be expected to commit to regularly attending the council meetings.

If you interested in being considered for the position of councillor please advise the clerk accordingly.  Please submit to the clerk’s email address below, your contact details including telephone number and address.  In addition, please include a short personal statement which will support your application for the vacancy.

The closing date for applications to the clerk is displayed on the notice.

Applicants will also be expected to attend a short, individual meeting with the councillors at the Bakehouse, Hartington Village Hall.  (Date to be confirmed)

Mrs S Hampson

Clerk to the Parish Council

16^th September 2024