Applicants can now apply for the four remaining councillor vacancies on H&I Parish Council.
The vacancies have arisen after too few candidates came forward to fill the available seats in the lead up to the May local elections. Fifteen candidates were nominated for the 19 available seats.
Yvonne Murray, Chair of the Parish Council, explained the roles are opportunities for residents to influence local decision-making and spending in various areas.
She said: “[The] Parish Council is working on transport, recreation, biodiversity, youth provision and the refresh of the Neighbourhood Plan.
“Much of this work has the potential to shape daily life now and the future of our villages. I have learned how much good is done at village level and how important Parish Councils are.”
Yvonne added: “All skills matter and you do not need to see yourself as a typical councillor to contribute. These vacancies are a chance to support Councillors, Clerk and staff team and to help shape the place where we live.
Requirements
The formal notice was published on Monday, 22 June 2026. It explains the Parish Council hopes to fill these vacancies by co-option at its next meeting on 20 July 2026. Applicants have to write or email the Clerk by noon on Friday, 10 July 2026 with brief reasons for wishing to stand.
The notice also clarifies Full Council meetings are held monthly on the third Monday and those who are successful can join the Committees and Working Parties if they wish.
To be eligible to stand as a candidate at a Parish Council election, or for co-option to the Council, you must be at least 18 years old and be a British citizen, an eligible Commonwealth citizen, a citizen of the Republic of Ireland, or a qualifying EU citizen with retained rights.
The notice also states that candidates must also meet at least one of the following four qualifications.
- Be a registered local government elector for the parish in which they wish to stand.
- Have occupied as owner or tenant any land or other premises in the parish area for 12 months.
- Have worked in the parish area for the past 12 months.
- Have lived in the parish area, or within three miles, for 12 months.
To discuss the Parish Council vacancy, call 01223 235906. To apply for co-option, write or email to The Clerk, Histon & Impington Parish Council, The Parish Office, Histon & Impington Recreation Ground, New Road, Impington, CB24 9LU or email clerk@hisimp-pc.gov.uk.
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