By Rutland Democracy Reporter
Monday, March 16, 2026
Oakham Town Council has appointed a new councillor following a co-option process to fill a vacancy on the local authority. Andrew Padmore, a resident of Kilburn End, has joined the council after submitting a formal application earlier this year.
In his application, dated February 10, 2026, Andrew Padmore noted that while he has not traditionally been heavily involved in organised community groups, he remains closely connected to local activities through family life. As the father of a two-year-old child, he said he frequently attends family-focused events in town.
Among the events he cited were the annual Christmas light switch-on and the regular Sunday afternoon music performances held at Cutts Close Park. Andrew Padmore described these events as examples of the community activities that help bring residents together.
Andrew Padmore enters local government with a background in management. He currently serves as Head of Service for West EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) in the private sector.
During the co-option process, he outlined several principles he hopes to apply in his role as a councillor, listening carefully to understand the priorities and concerns of residents.
Andrew Padmore confirmed that this is his first time serving on a council, marking an entry into local government through the co-option system.
Co-option allows councils to fill vacancies between elections by selecting a candidate from applicants rather than holding a by-election.
The appointment comes as Oakham Town Council continues its routine governance and community initiatives.
Andrew Padmore’s appointment increases the number of sitting councillors, it still require more to assist the authority to continue with its work on local projects and community engagement initiatives across Oakham.
Contact Cllr Andrew Padmore, North West Ward.
T: 07540425463
If you are interested in becoming a local councillor please contact the Clerk:
Long Row
Oakham, Rutland
LE15 6LN
t: 01572 723627
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