A SEAT on Sandford Parish Council has become available following the resignation of David Hope.

If 10 people on the electoral register for Sandford ask for an election within 14 working days of Tuesday, February 18, an election will be held.

Otherwise, the vacancy will be filled by co-option (i.e. the council choosing someone).

Requests for an election should be made in writing to the Returning Officer, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6PP.

For more information, contact Electoral Services on [email protected] or 01884 255255.

When it has a full complement, Sandford Parish Council has 12 councillors. Meetings are normally held on the first Thursday of each month.