Barton and Winton ward by-election results declared
The results of the Barton and Winton ward by-election have been declared.
Michael James Felse of the Reform UK party, has been declared the winner in the 2026 Barton and Winton By-election.
The turnout for the election, held on Wednesday 22 April 2026, was 17.82% per cent with 1,941 votes cast and 3 ballot papers were rejected.
The votes were cast as follows (in alphabetical order):
| Candidate | Party | Votes cast |
|---|---|---|
| Kirsty Anne Downie | Independent | 44 |
| Antony Ian Duke | Liberal Democrats | 94 |
| Michael James Felse | Reform UK | 676 |
| Catherine Goodyer | Labour Party | 643 |
| Jack Groom | Green Party | 363 |
| Holly Ann Muldoon | The Conservative Party Candidate | 118 |
This by-election follows the untimely passing of Councillor David Lancaster MBE in February 2026.
The political makeup of the council is as follows:
- Labour - 45
- Conservative - 7
- Liberal Democrats - 2
- Independent - 1
- Democratic Socialist Party - 1
- Your Party - 1
- Reform UK - 1