Cap. 363 Art. 92Vacancy filled by co-option in special case.

(1) If a vacancy occurs in a seat which has been filled in accordance with this Part of these regulations, or in the eventuality mentioned in regulation 24(1), or if on a vacancy occurring no candidate is validly nominated, or if after examination of the ballot papers of the vacating councillor no candidate secures election, the vacancy shall be filled by co-option in accordance with article 8(4) of the Act.

(2) In filling a vacancy by co-option, regard shall be had to the representation as nearly as may be of the interests and opinions represented and held by the vacating councillor.