West Northants Council leader resigns
The Deputy Cllr Adam Brown will be interim replacement for Jonathan Nunn.
West Northamptonshire Council Leader Jonathan Nunn has resigned his position.
He's been strenuously denying allegations of domestic abuse.
In a statement on the evening of Thursday 18th April, Jonathan Nunn said: “I continue to deny the allegations being made against me, and I am pursuing discussions with the police relating to the relentless harassment I have experienced.
“This long-term campaign against me has taken its toll on me and has become particularly intolerable since January.
"Whilst I have suffered this from the individual leading this campaign for over 25 years, the threatening behaviour shown towards people at the council is unacceptable and the recent bombardment of both officers and members with emails as part of this sustained campaign has been overwhelming for everyone affected.
“It has been a huge distraction not only to me, but also to all the good work of the Council.
“With all this having a massive impact on my mental health and wellbeing, I have decided to step down as Council Leader while I deal with these issues."
West Northamptonshire Council say an election of the new Leader of the Council will take place at the West Northamptonshire Council’s Annual Council meeting on May 16th.
Until this time the Deputy Leader of the Council, Cllr Adam Brown, will carry out the role of Leader alongside his current Cabinet duties for housing, culture and leisure.
In a statement Cllr Brown said: “I would like to express my thanks and gratitude to Jonathan for all his hard work and commitment as Leader during the crucial, formative years of our Council and the important role he has played in shaping the strong and effective organisation it is today.
“We now look ahead to continue to build upon all the good work we are doing as a council to deliver services to residents across West Northamptonshire.”