John Roberts of the Labour Party has been elected to represent Penistone East ward on Barnsley Council following a by-election held on Thursday 20 August.
The by-election was called after a former council member resigned. Of the 8,674 eligible voters in Penistone East ward, 3,346 cast their votes, representing a turnout of 38.58%. Seven ballot papers were rejected.
Official Statement
Sarah Norman, Chief Executive of Barnsley Council and Returning Officer for Barnsley, said: "I would like to thank residents from the Penistone East ward for voting in this by-election and for making your vote count."
Full election results are available on Barnsley Council's webpage.
