He has presided over an unprecedented loss of Labour councillors, a series of humiliations and untold damage to Sunderland Labours reputation. The council previously said it had spoken to the owner of O'Connor's Garage - who has been approached for comment - about concerns over illegal parking. Sunderland City Council has been controlled by the Labour Party from its formation in 1974 under the Local Government Act 1972. Full results of Sunderland's 2022 local elections: Abul Bakkar Ehthesham Haque (Labour) - 1,329, Paul James Anthony Burke (Conservative) - 505, Doxford - Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour, Malcolm John Bond (Liberal Democrat) - 2,193, John Anthony Lennox (Liberal Democrat) - 168, Kingsley Osahon Okojie (Labour Party) - 923, Julio Romero Johnson (Communist Party of Britain) - 30, Andrew Michael Wood (Liberal Democrat) - 1,227, George Thomas Smith (Liberal Democrat) - 1,227, Steven Boyd Donkin (Liberal Democrat) - 411, Margaret Gillian Crosby (Liberal Democrat) - 1,274, Michael Anthony Kennedy (Freedom Alliance) - 120, Richard Steven Vardy (Conservative) - 882, Colin Andrew Wilson (Liberal Democrat) - 139, Peter Arnold Walton (Liberal Democrat) - 280. Her performance in this chart is shown relative to that of the Conservative candidate in the same election. Advertisement Cllr Stewart had stepped. Read about our approach to external linking. Sunderland City Council said parking officers had continued to carry out regular patrols. [7], The Sunderland City Council area is coterminous with the boundaries of the city's three parliamentary constituencies Sunderland Central, Houghton and Sunderland South and Washington and Sunderland West and the 25 council wards are distributed between them.[8]. Video, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, MasterChef Australia host Jock Zonfrillo dies, Explosion derails train in Russian border region, Trump mistrial request denied in NY rape lawsuit, Father tells how gunman opened fire on Texas home, Banana artwork in Seoul museum eaten by visitor, NFL player's daughter, aged two, drowns in pool, US rock band Aerosmith announce farewell tour, Trump says 'great to be home' on visit to Scotland. Cabinet. "Our focus mustbe on providingthe residents of Sunderland with the best services possible with the resourceswe have available. "Sunderland City Council Election Results 1973-2012", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=2023_Sunderland_City_Council_election&oldid=1152319335, This page was last edited on 29 April 2023, at 14:22. If you do not want us and our partners to use cookies and personal data for these additional purposes, click 'Reject all'. They remain firmly in control but The Green Party continue to build a bridgehead, doubling their representation to six councillors. The Labour Party has controlled Sunderland City Council since it was formed in 1974. Sunderland City Council leader, Graeme Miller, . Councillor Iain Scott received 661 votes, just 27 more than Liberal Democrat candidate John Lennox, to clinch victory in the Hetton ward poll. However, this year, due to the death of candidate Reg Coulson, the Copt Hill vote will not go ahead as expected. As Leader, Cllr Millers focus is continuing to work in partnership on the citys economic regeneration, building on progress in relation to housing and infrastructure development and skills and employment opportunities. National World Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved. Revealed: How much Sunderland's councillors will be paid for 2019/20 Houghton and Sunderland South constituency comprises the wards of Copt Hill, Doxford, Hetton, Houghton, St Chad's (covering the areas of Herrington and Farringdon), Sandhill (covering the areas of Thorney Close, Grindon and Springwell), Shiney Row, and Silksworth. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Sunderland Echo, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Earned the Untappd at Home badge! Sunderland Council leader Graeme Miller said he believed the "cycle of losing seats" had ended Labour has retained control of Sunderland City Council in the local elections. David Newey (Labour and Co-operative Party). How many councillors are standing in the 2022 local election? Sunderland Council leader Graeme Miller said he believed the "cycle of losing seats" had ended, The Greens gained three seats on South Tyneside Council, The leader of Conservatives in Sunderland has blamed "partygate" for its lack of gains, Analysis: Labour holds on in the North East, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. 2021 Sunderland City Council election - Wikipedia The Washington South ward councillor, who was previously the council's Portfolio Holder for Health, Housing and Adult Services, was elected as Leader at a full meeting of the Council on Wednesday evening ( 16 May). This page is not available in other languages. Active Committees > Cabinet - Sunderland City Council At the first round of elections in 1973, 78 councillors were elected from 26 wards, and the make-up of the Council was: 56 Labour councillors, 21 Conservatives, and one Independent. Council Leader to face No Confidence vote | Sunderland Conservatives Cllr Miller is particularly passionate about mental health as the basis for good overall health and wellbeing and he is a Health and Mental Health Champion for the city. In 1982 and 2004, all seats on Sunderland Council were up for election following boundary changes.[2]. "We are putting measures in place so that we can get there in the next few years.". It followed a similarly bad night for Wearsides ruling party at the last round of local elections in 2019, but top boss Graeme Miller has suggested he intends to stick around to try and turn around his groups fortunes. Residents know I will stand up for their best interests, not the councils interests. If passed, the motion, tabled by Cllr Miller's ward colleague Cllr Paul Donaghy, would require his resignation under the terms set out in the Local Government Act (2000). [2] However, in recent years they have lost seats to the Conservatives, UKIP and Liberal Democrats. Labour did suffer in South Tyneside as they lost four seats for the second year in a row. He added: "The best chance of reviving the Conservative Party's fortunes will be with a new leader. Send your story ideas to northeastandcumbria@bbc.co.uk. [5], In the May 2019 local elections, the Labour Party lost ten seats: four to the Conservatives, three to UKIP, two to the Liberal Democrats, and one to the Green Party. Potholes fixed. Bank holidays 2023: Next year's bank holiday dates in England - and how you think these days could be changed, Police launch investigation after discovery of body in County Durham. He said: Its been a brilliant night for the Conservatives, much better than expected, and a terrible night for Labour certainly the end of Graeme Millers leadership. Councillor Graeme Miller has been elected as the new Leader of A loss of 10 seats in 2019 and another nine in 2021 reduced the party's overall majority significantly, now holding on to the lead by only six seats. The following Sunderland Council wards fall within the Sunderland Central constituency: Barnes, Fulwell, Hendon, Millfield, Pallion, Ryhope, St Michael's (covering the areas of Ashbrooke and Hill View), St Peter's (covering the areas of Roker and Monkwearmouth) and Southwick. The Green Party lost its single seat to the Conservatives in 2021. New dual carriageway linking Sunderland City Centre to Northern Spire There are currently 43 Labour councillors (one elected as Conservative), 15 Conservatives (one elected as UKIP), 14 Liberal Democrats, 1 Reform UK councillor (elected as Conservative) and 2 Independent councillors elected as UKIP and Conservative. After I retired I served on several health committees and gained knowledge of the local NHS and the local political scene. If passed, the motion, tabled by Cllr Millers ward colleague Cllr Paul Donaghy, would require his resignation under the terms set out in the Local Government Act (2000). Fury as report recommends pay rise for Sunderland councillors. The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. In Newcastle, the Lib Dems gained a seat and Labour lost one, but with a total of 51 out of 78 Labour has a majority. One seat fell to the Lib Dems, but the Conservatives failed to make any gains. It will be held on 15 June. Sunderland will be joining millions around the UK with its own special celebration to mark the Coronation of King Charles III. Studio for 2 people (+1 baby) 10 minutes from the motorway (Lyon, Geneva, Grenoble) between town and lake in a green setting. In sending us these details you are required to authorise the collection, storage and processing of this information by us. The Washington South councillor, who was previously the council's Portfolio Holder for Health,. The seats up for election this year were last elected in 2019. Chief Officers of Sunderland City Council Chief Executive Patrick Melia Executive Director of Corporate Services To be advised (Paul S. Wilson, Assistant Director of Finance appointed as Interim. Bibliothque municipale des Deux Mondes de La Motte-Servolex More than a dozen black and white bollards were installed along a stretch of Durham Road in Sunderland on Tuesday. The information that you supply about you will be required by us to respond to your request. Heres what candidates in the St Peters ward have to say: *Candidates are listed in the order they appeared on Sunderland City Councils list of candidates at the close of nominations.*.