Warwickshire County Council Leader Resigns, 18-Year-Old Takes Charge
The leader of Warwickshire County Council, Rob Howard, has resigned due to health reasons, leaving his 18-year-old deputy, George Finch, in charge. Howard cited health challenges as the reason for stepping down, with Finch set to serve as interim leader until a new leader is confirmed. Finch, previously a Conservative Party member, aims to address issues like illegal immigration as part of his role.
The leader of Warwickshire County Council, Rob Howard, has resigned due to health issues, leaving his 18-year-old deputy, George Finch, in charge. Howard was elected in May when Reform UK made significant gains in the local elections. Finch will serve as interim leader until a new leader is confirmed. Howard expressed regret over his decision, citing health challenges that hindered his ability to fulfill the role effectively. Despite stepping down, Howard will continue as a county councillor. Finch, a former Conservative Party member, emphasized fair leadership elections in the coming week. He is known for his stance on illegal immigration and support for Brexit.
According to the source: BBC.
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