THE appointment of Ulverston’s new mayor has caused uproar in the chambers of the town council. As Sharon Webster stepped down from the role, traditionally the deputy mayor would be the next person to wear the chains. But a vote by town councillors saw Labour councillor Bob Brown take over instead of Conservative Cllr Amanda Rigg, who had served as deputy for two years. Cllr Rigg said she was disappointed and raised concern it may create tension in the council which she believes works well cross-party. Labour leader Mark Wilson said the party wanted to ensure a smooth transition coming out of Covid.
THE appointment of Ulverston’s new mayor has caused uproar in the chambers of the town council. As Sharon Webster stepped down from the role, traditionally the deputy mayor would be the next person to wear the chains. But a vote by town councillors saw Labour councillor Bob Brown take over instead of Conservative Cllr Amanda Rigg, who had served as deputy for two years. Cllr Rigg said she was disappointed and raised concern it may create tension in the council which she believes works well cross-party. Labour leader Mark Wilson said the party wanted to ensure a smooth transition coming out of Covid.