The by-election to the Southend-on-Sea Borough Council for the Milton Ward took place on 21 March 2019.
Background
The Milton by-election was called after the death of incumbent Labour councillor Julian Ware-Lane in January, who was up for re-election in 2020. The Independents in Southend, who work together under Ron Woodley, announced they would not stand a candidate in respect of Ware-Lane's death.
Result
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labour | Stephen George | 833 | 49.9 | −0.8 | |
| Conservative | Garry Lowen | 528 | 31.6 | −0.6 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Carol White | 219 | 13.1 | +8.6 | |
| For Britain | James Quail | 89 | 5.3 | N/A | |
| Majority | 305 | 18.3 | −0.1 | ||
| Turnout | 1,669 | 20.6 | −10.9 | ||
| Labour hold | Swing | −2.2 | |||
No Green Party candidate as previous. (−5.7)
References
- "Milton By-Election". Southend-on-Sea City Council.
- "Rest in peace, comrade: Tributes paid to Southend Labour councillor Julian Ware-Lane". Echo. 21 January 2019.
- "Independents won't stand in death-triggered by-election as Tories confirm candidate". Echo. 15 February 2019.
- "Declaration of result of poll". Southend-on-Sea Borough Council. 21 March 2019.