Sir, – As the newly elected district councillor for the Northallerton South Ward I would like to thank everyone who took the time to complete a postal vote or visited the polling station supporting me. I am truly grateful for the opportunity that has been given to me, to represent the residents and businesses of Northallerton

I would also like to thank Matthew Cooke, our parliamentary candidate, and the fantastic UKIP Richmond (Yorkshire) branch who campaigned tirelessly. In particular my thanks to Mark Dodsworth, Mike Peary, Graham Cullen and Stewart Barber who helped leaflet the ward and made themselves available to attend the polling station on election day. Without this team spirit I could not have done it.

Lastly, I would also like to thank my fellow candidates for a good spirited campaign and all of the Hambleton District Council team for their professional and dedicated work at both the General and District election counts.

Cllr CLAIRE PALMER

Hambleton District Council Northallerton South ward