A CASUAL vacancy has arisen on Read Parish Council.

Coun Anthony Wilkinson has resigned his seat on the parish council after two years.

A notice will be displayed until June 13 in the village.

If on or before that deadline, Ribble Valley Borough Council receives a notice, signed by 10 electors stating that they wish there to be an election, there must be an election.

If no notice is received then the parish council will consider co-option of a person to the council. For more information call 01282 774393.