Declaration of Acceptance of Office

A person elected or co-opted to the office of parish councillor shall, at or before the first meeting of the council following his election or co-option sign the below declaration of acceptance of office or, if the council so permits, the declaration may be signed at or before a later meeting.  Failure to sign a declaration of acceptance of office shall result in the office becoming vacant.  The Proper Officer shall retain copies of all signed declarations.