Council by-election – Southside/Newington – the candidates have been announced A by-election is being held in the Southside/Newington ward on 3 September. The position on The City of Edinburgh Council has been created by former Councillor Simita Kumar resigning on her election to The Scottish…
Council by-election – Southside/Newington – the candidates have been announcedA by-election is being held in the Southside/Newington ward on 3 September. The position on The City of Edinburgh Council has been created by former Councillor Simita Kumar resigning on her election to The Scottish Parliament. Ms Kumar is now a minister in John Swinney's cabinet. Returning Officer for the City of Edinburgh, Paul Lawrence said: “With nominations now closed and just over a month to go until polling day, residents in these wards can start thinking about who they will vote for. “Councillors play a key role in our democratic system, making crucial decisions that impact our city.theedinburghreporter.co.uk