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Councillor Jack Bradley Resigns, Sparks By-Election in Derbyshire

10/18/2025

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Councillor Jack Bradley, Derbyshire County Council's lead for SEND, has resigned after months in office, citing "personal reasons" believed to be health-related.
The resignation triggers a by-election for the Long Eaton North division.
Bradley was elected in May, when Reform UK gained county control.
Reform UK welcomed a new councillor after Paul Maginnis defected from the Conservative Party, with Derbyshire County Council prioritising SEND provision after a critical report.

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Councillor Jack Bradley, Derbyshire County Council's lead for SEND, has resigned after months in office, citing "personal reasons" believed to be health-related.
The resignation triggers a by-election for the Long Eaton North division.
Bradley was elected in May, when Reform UK gained county control.
Reform UK welcomed a new councillor after Paul Maginnis defected from the Conservative Party, with Derbyshire County Council prioritising SEND provision after a critical report.