Washington Parish Council confirms the resignation of Cllr Steve Buddell (Chairman and Member for the Heath Common Ward) and Cllr Rob Scovell (Member for the Washington Ward).  

Cllr Buddell joined the Council in May 2019 and was elected Chairman for two years from May 2023. He served on the Council's OSRA, Finance and Personnel (Chair) Committees. Cllr Scovell joined the Council in July 2024 and also served on the Planning & Transport Committee.

Washington Parish Council would like to thank them both for all of their contribution and service to the parish and wish them well for the future.

Due to their resignations, this gives rise to two Casual Vacancies: one for the Washington Ward and one for the Heath Common Ward.

If no notice of election is called within 14 working days of the date of the notification, these vacancies will be filled by co-option.

Please refer to the Notices of Casual Vacancies for details.