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Medway councillor resigns after 13 days in office
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David Craggs
KENT NEWS: Tory councillor David Craggs has today sensationally resigned - less than two weeks after winning the River ward by-election.

The Gad's Hill headteacher stood down from his position earlier today.

Yourmedway approached Mr Craggs for a comment and was told that a full statement detailing the reasons behind his resignation would be released later this afternoon.

However, we are led to believe that Mr Craggs was told he must choose between serving as a special constable, a position he has held for 17 years, and a Medway councillor.

Fellow River ward councillor Craig Mackinlay said: "It's a great shame and an absolute tragedy for the community.

"David has a fantastic track record of community work and wants to serve as a councillor.

"In the run-up to the by-election we were told that there was nothing preventing David from acting as both a councillor and a special constable.

"It would seem that Kent Police has dug its heels in."

Mr Craggs won the River ward by-election on Thursday, August 12, after polling 617 votes.

Labour candidate John James came second with 544 votes.

Medway Council's Returning Officer Neil Davies said another by-election would be held within 35 days.
POSTED: 25/08/2010 13:36:39

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