Councillor Resigns

One of Stratford-on-Avon District Council's cabinet members has resigned from the council, which will lead to a by-election in May. Richard Adams, the Conservative member for Long Compton, and portfolio holder for planning and transport, left the council on Thursday 3 March.

 Cllr Adams was elected onto the district council in 1996 until 2000, then again in 2001. He joined the council's ruling executive as portfolio holder in June 2004.

The by-election will be held in the Long Compton ward on Thursday 5 May, the same day as county council elections and possible general election.

For any further details about the election, please contact the returning officer, Paul Lankester on 01789 260101.

If you would like to talk to Richard Adams about his resignation, his number is 01608 662328.