Elections for parish and town councillors happen every four years. However, sometimes a councillor leaves their position between these scheduled elections. When this happens, the parish or town council must advertise the vacancy.
Guidance about when a casual vacancy occurs can be viewed on our advice for parish clerks when a casual vacancy occurs page.
View the current parish council boundaries on our online electoral map.
Current vacancies
| Parish/Town Council | Ward (if applicable) | Vacancies | Date notice expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borrowby (Hambleton) Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 23 July 2025 |
| Lothersdale Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 23 July 2025 |
| Thornton Dale Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 29 July 2025 |
| Whitby Town Council | Stakesby Ward | 1 | 30 July 2025 |
| Cridling Stubbs Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 4 August 2025 |
| Hawes and High Abbotside Group - Hawes Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 4 August 2025 |
| Gate Helmsley and Upper Helmsley Group - Gate Helmsley Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 11 August 2025 |
| Settrington Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 11 August 2025 |
| Not applicable | 2 | 12 August 2025 | |
| Not applicable | 2 | 12 August 2025 | |
| Cononley Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 13 August 2025 |
| Kirby Hill and District Group - Milby Parish | Not applicable | 1 | 13 August 2025 |