New Leader of Purbeck District Council Announced

The Conservative party took minority control of Purbeck District Council at last night’s Annual General Meeting.

With no political group on the Council having overall control  - Conservatives have 11 seats, Liberal Democrats 11 and the Independents 2 - the Conservatives will form a 'minority' administration.

 Leader of the Council was named as Cllr Gary Suttle, Swanage South and the Chairman is Cllr Gloria Marsh, Swanage North.

The new Leader of the Council, said: “We are delighted to have the opportunity to lead the Council again.  It will be our intention to work closely with both of the other groups for the benefit of the community”.

For a full breakdown of the seats visit the Democracy and Election pages.