LOCAL residents have called for an election to select a new town councillor.
A vacancy has become available on Lyme Regis Town Council following the resignation of Cllr Neil Hampton-Rumbold.
Neil’s personal circumstances mean he is no longer able to dedicate the time required to being a town councillor.
He said: “This has been an incredibly difficult decision to make, but my current personal circumstances require my full attention.
“Serving our community has been a distinct privilege, and I do not believe it is fair to the residents or to the council to remain in office when I cannot give the role the justice, time, and energy it truly deserves.
“I am deeply grateful for the support and guidance I have experienced from my fellow councillors and the council staff during my time in office. I wish the council every success in its future initiatives and ongoing work for our town.”
Notice of a councillor vacancy was given on 1 September and Dorset Council has now confirmed it has received at least 10 requests for an election to be held.
Dorset Council is yet to confirm the election timetable.