COUNCILLOR WADSWORTH

Early day motion 628, tabled 19 July 2005 by Janet Anderson (Labour). Signed by 13 members.

That this House acknowledges that Conservative Councillor Christopher Wadsworth is elected to represent Hareholme ward on Rossendale Borough Council; notes that Councillor Wadsworth's contact details, as issued by Rossendale Borough Council, give an address, telephone number and email address in Brussels; understands that Councillor Wadsworth is now resident in and working in Brussels; considers that it is impossible for Councillor Wadsworth properly to represent the electors of Hareholme ward in Rossendale when he no longer lives or works in the area; and calls upon the Deputy Prime Minister to issue guidance as to whether it is appropriate for Councillor Wadsworth to continue in his position or whether a by-election should be called to ensure that the people of Hareholme ward in Rossendale can be represented by someone who can properly represent their interests.

Signatures by party: Labour 13.