Hereford Voice Posted May 5, 2023 Report Share Posted May 5, 2023 After the unexpected Herefordshire election result, everything changed at the top. Following yesterday's (May 4) elections, the Conservatives defied the national trend to become the largest party in Herefordshire, but they still lack a general majority in the county. In the 53-seat council, the party gained 21 seats, up from 14, but fell short of the 27 needed for an absolute majority. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twowheelsgood Posted May 6, 2023 Report Share Posted May 6, 2023 Crikey, I've just spotted the name Harry Bramer in the list of those elected - former (and some might say controversial) 'Portfolio Holder for Contracts and Assets' from around 2015, responsible for, amongst other things, the great farm sell-off. No doubt he will be looking to make his mark in the new administration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twowheelsgood Posted May 6, 2023 Report Share Posted May 6, 2023 So who wants power enough to jump into bed with the conservatives to give them a majority? History says the Lib Dems - 6 out of the 12 elected would be enough. Will they stick together as one party or not or will some of the so-called 'independents' succumb? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragwert Posted May 7, 2023 Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 On 06/05/2023 at 18:25, twowheelsgood said: So who wants power enough to jump into bed with the conservatives to give them a majority? History says the Lib Dems - 6 out of the 12 elected would be enough. Will they stick together as one party or not or will some of the so-called 'independents' succumb? Cannot think of one Conservative that would want any Ind coalition .. Me neither Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twowheelsgood Posted May 7, 2023 Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 No, I think you're right. I've also realised that Phillip Price is making a comeback (elected for Golden valley North) - talk about getting the old band back together - it's straight back to a decade ago! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise Lloyd Posted May 9, 2023 Report Share Posted May 9, 2023 I saw that Bramer had reappeared which Ward did he get elected for please? I had a quick look but could not see his name then I forgot about him - best thing really I suppose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise Lloyd Posted May 9, 2023 Report Share Posted May 9, 2023 Yes the results were shocking still gutted about it all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbfc Posted May 9, 2023 Report Share Posted May 9, 2023 Bramer in Penyard Ward Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise Lloyd Posted May 9, 2023 Report Share Posted May 9, 2023 Thank you jbfc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Adrian Smith Posted May 10, 2023 Report Share Posted May 10, 2023 Not sure I want/trust any of them to be honest. Being a Cllr is a poisoned chalice though thesedays. With no money, adults and childrens services swallowing up what budget there is, combined with social media (especially YH) stirring up hate - its not a role I would want! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragwert Posted May 12, 2023 Report Share Posted May 12, 2023 Its a shame that Jeremy Milln had to pull out due to illness. Thee only Councillor that I have messaged over the last four years that responded and took positive action on issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twowheelsgood Posted May 13, 2023 Report Share Posted May 13, 2023 Indeed, he was an extremely good Ward Councillor who did a huge amount of work. He was elected to the City Council and will no doubt be supporting his District Council successor as best he can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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