2019 Milton by-election explained

The by-election to the Southend-on-Sea Borough Council for the Milton Ward took place on 21 March 2019.^[1]

Background

The Milton by-election was called after the death of incumbent Labour councillor Julian Ware-Lane in January,^[2] who was up for re-election in 2020. The Independents in Southend, who work together under Ron Woodley, announced they would not stand a candidate in respect of Ware-Lane's death.^[3]

Result

No Green Party candidate as previous. (−5.7)

Notes and References

1. Web site: Milton By-Election. Southend-on-Sea City Council.
2. Web site: Rest in peace, comrade: Tributes paid to Southend Labour councillor Julian Ware-Lane. Echo. 21 January 2019.
3. Web site: Independents won't stand in death-triggered by-election as Tories confirm candidate. Echo. 15 February 2019.