THE Liberal-Democrats triumphed in yesterday’s by-elections at Grappenhall & Thelwall, holding on to two seats at Warrington Borough Council.
Helen Speed and Mark Browne topped the poll at the by-elections caused by the resignations of former borough Cllrs Ryan Bate, who has moved to America for work and Mike Biggins, who stood down due to health issues.
The turnout was 44.3 %
Meanwhile, the Lib-Dems also topped the poll in the parish by-elections with Sarah Marsh and Leila Williams topping the pool.
Mark and Helen said, “Our thanks to everyone who has put their faith in the Lib Dems again. We will keep the promises we’ve made to the very best of our abilities. We will be your voice at the Council and will work hard for all the people of Warrington.”
In the Grappenhall and Thelwall Parish Council by-election Liberal Democrat candidates Sarah Jenny Marsh and Leila Williams secured 1490 (71.4%) of the 2086 votes cast. Conservatives took 596 (28.6%) on a turnout of 43.2%, very high for a Parish by-election.
Bob Barr, Leader of the Liberal Democrats on Warrington Borough Council said, “I am delighted to welcome Mark and Helen, both already established local champions, into our Group to look after the interests of Grappenhall and Appleton Thorn. They replace excellent long-standing councillors and will continue the record of Liberal Democrat service to the residents. I am also pleased that that the positive Liberal Democrat campaign struck a chord with the electorate who supported us in such large numbers.
Borough Result
Mark Browne (Lib-Dem) 1047
Moira Dolan (Con) 524
Philip Ford (Con) 462
Denise Harris (Green) 135
Denis Matthews (Lab) 193
Helen Speed (Lib-Dem) 1073
Turnout 44.3%
Parish Result
Moira Dolan (Con) 319
Philip Ford (Con) 277
Sarah Marsh (Lib-Dem) 772
Leila Williams (Lib-Dem) 718
Turnout 43.2%
