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Local Electoral Act 2001

Term of elected members and extraordinary vacancies - Filling of extraordinary vacancies

119: Notice of intention to leave vacancy unfilled

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"When a local group decides not to fill an empty spot, they tell the public."

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If a local authority or community board decides not to fill a vacancy, you will see a public notice about this decision. This happens when they make a choice under section 117(3)(b). The notice must be given right away.

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Filling of extraordinary vacancies

119Notice of intention to leave vacancy unfilled

  1. If, under section 117(3)(b), a local authority or local board or community board resolves not to fill a vacancy, it must immediately give public notice of its decision.

Notes
  • Section 119: amended, on , by section 76 of the Local Government Act 2002 Amendment Act 2014 (2014 No 55).