Labour councillor Katy Hofmann has resigned from Stroud District Council with immediate effect due to ill health, triggering a by-election in the Rodborough ward.
Her departure will also lead to an election to appoint a new leader of the council’s Labour Group. The announcement was made by Stroud District Council Labour Group and reported on September 1, 2026.
Tributes paid to outgoing councillor
Cllr Hofmann’s leadership and commitment as a hardworking ward councillor have been praised by fellow councillors and residents.
Cllr Bob Hughes, a Labour councillor for Dursley, is due to step into the role of Labour Group leader pending a formal election.
“We were all shocked to hear Katy’s news. We support her decision, thank her for her contribution and wish her a speedy recovery.
“Katy is an outstanding leader who has brought a perfect blend of skills to the role. Collaborative, balanced and warm, but firm and articulate enough to win the argument.”
The remarks were made by Cllr Hughes in response to the resignation.
Rodborough representation
Rodborough will continue to be represented by Labour councillor Nigel Prenter while the by-election process is triggered by Cllr Hofmann’s resignation. The supplied report does not state when the by-election will take place or give details of the formal timetable.