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Andrew Dinsmore of the Conservative Party has been elected as the newest representative for the Barleythorpe ward on Rutland County Council, following a by-election held on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Andrew Dinsmore secured 209 of the 584 ballots cast, representing 35% of the total vote.
The turnout for the election was 29.7%.
The full results of the Barleythorpe election are as follows:
Andrew Dinsmore (Conservative Party) - 209 votes - ELECTED
Jonathan Nichols (Liberal Democrat) - 136 votes
Declan McCarthy (Reform UK) - 123 votes
Andy Burton (Independent) - 114 votes
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Mr. Dinsmore will now join the council, representing the interests of the Barleythorpe residents. His election marks a significant moment for the Conservative Party in the area, as they gain a new seat on the local authority. It is also the first by-election won by the Conservative Party since 2019.
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