Decision

To make an Order under section 91(1) of the Local Government Act 1972 temporarily appointing Councillor Heather Phillips to Seamer Parish Council, to take effect upon the sealing of the Order.

This decision is taken under the delegated powers of the Assistant Chief Executive Legal and Democratic Services and Monitoring Officer.

Reasons for the decision

To allow the Parish Council to maintain quoracy in order to conduct business and co-opt additional members.

Alternative options considered

A Notice of Vacancy was advertised in the parish as per the relevant procedure but no election was called for.

The only other alternative is not to make the temporary appointment however this would leave the Parish Council unable to conduct its business, which is not in the general public interest.