Emphatic win for Liberal Democrats in Saddleworth election
The villages of Dobcross and Diggle went to the polls on Thursday 9th November to select a new representative on Saddleworth Parish Council.
The result was a runaway win for the Liberal Democrat candidate, Lynne Thompson, as the Liberal Democrat share of the vote rose from 33% in May to 52%, at the expense of both Conservatives and Labour.
“I want to thank all those who braved the awful weather on Thursday to cast their votes, no matter who for”, says Lynne. “One thing you could not miss in this campaign was the love and pride local people have for their villages, so it was no surprise that they cared that much. They were generous with their time throughout the campaign, sharing their hopes and concerns with our team.
“I am honoured that they put their confidence in me, and promise to do my best for them. I have ongoing matters to take forward and there will surely be much more work to do supporting our borough councillor, Garth Harkness, and my new colleagues on Saddleworth Parish Council.”
Liberal Democrats (Lynne Thompson): 365 [52.4%]
Conservatives: 210 [30.8%]
Labour: 121 [17.4%]
Turnout: 22.9%
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