Issue - meetings

To advise of the results of the Borough Council Elections in Alomonds Hill, Bandley Hill & Poplars, Bedwell, Chells, Longmeadow, Manor, Martins Wood, Old Town, Roebuck, St. Nicholas, Shephall, Symonds Green and Woodfield Wards held on 2 May 2024, together with the percentage turnouts.

The Council considered a report that detailed the results of the Borough Council Elections that were held on 2 May 2024.

The Leader thanked the Chief Executive, the Senior Leadership Team and in particular Luke Fattorusso and the Elections Team for their organisation and professionalism in running the all-out elections this year.  The Leader welcomed the twelve new Labour Members to the Council and congratulated them on their election.  He referred to the talent and diverse nature of the Labour Group following the Election.

The Leader then paid tribute to the outgoing Councillors, including Baroness Taylor, Mrs Joan Lloyd, Michael Downing and Maureen McKay who, between them, had given over 100 years service to Stevenage residents and the Town.

The Leader also paid tribute and thanked former Conservative Councillor and twice Mayor Margaret Notley who had lost her seat by the narrowest of margins and drawn lots.

Councillor Phil Bibby expressed concern regarding a specific labour and Co-operative party campaign item which had been placed on Social Media during the lead up to the Borough Election.  Councillor Bibby outlined why he had not been able to attend the election count and how this matter had impacted on him and his wife personally. 

A number of Members spoke in recognition of the need for the importance of mutual respect.