WEM Town Council has announced it is looking for a new councillor following the resignation of one of its members.

Councillor Michael Crawshaw resigned in January and the local authority is looking for a candidate to represent the East Ward in the town.

There is a 14-day period to find candidates for the post.

Town clerk Penny O'Hagan said: "Vacancy for a councillor public notice is hereby given that a casual vacancy has occurred in the office of councillor for the East Ward following the resignation on January 26 of Cllr Michael Crawshaw.

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"Rule 5(2) of the Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 2006 now applies.

"The rule allows 10 electors for the Wem Town Council East Ward in which a casual vacancy has arisen to request the returning officer to hold an election to fill the vacancy."

To find out more visit www.wem.gov.uk