Lib Dem gains in West Dorset
4th May 2007 - Andrew McLeanThe Liberal Democrats gained four additional seats on West Dorset District Council in the elections on 3rd May 2007. This brings the total number of Liberal Democrats on the Council to 16, the highest ever figure. Gains were achieved across the District, in Beaminster, Bridport South and Bothenhampton, Dorchester North and Lyme Regis.
The council now has 16 Liberal Democrats (up 4), 26 Conservatives (unchanged) and 6 Independents (down 4).
Congratulations to the following Liberal Democrats who were elected:
Beaminster
- Janet Page (gain)
- Caroline Payne
Bridport North
- Ros Kayes (new to the council)
Bridport South and Bothenhampton
- Karl Wallace (gain)
Burton Bradstock
Cam Vale
Chickerell
Dorchester East
Dorchester North
- Andy Canning
- Susie Hosford (gain)
Dorchester South
Dorchester West
Lyme Regis
- Daryl Turner (gain)
A full breakdown of the results is available on the District Council web site.
