Councillor Geraint Thomas has decided to step down from his role as Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council Leader following the recent Bedlinog & Trelewis Ward By-Election.
Councillor Geraint Thomas commented: “With Labour gaining a seat at the recent by-election, then Councillors Declan Sammon and Paula Layton leaving the Independent group, with only twelve members it became impossible to remain in leadership”.
Councillor Thomas continued: “As a born and bred Merthyr boy, this role is the best job in the world, and it has been an honour to have served as the Leader of the Council. I am extremely proud of my achievements, those of the Cabinet, and those of the independent group as a whole, during a challenging time for local government. While the political leadership of the authority is yet to be determined, I will continue to represent the Cyfarthfa Ward and the Council as a whole, with dedication and commitment.”
To ensure a smooth transition, the Leader will remain in office until the next Full Council meeting, on Wednesday 18th September 2024, where a decision will be made on the political leadership of the Council moving forward.
