Reform UK gains Sleaford Westholme on North Kesteven
Sandy Buchanan won 45% of the vote and a majority of 156 to take Sleaford Westholme for Reform UK on North Kesteven District Council.
On Thursday 12 March 2026, voters in Sleaford Westholme elected Reform UK's Sandy Buchanan to North Kesteven District Council — a gain from the Lincolnshire Independents, in a seven-way contest.
The by-election followed the death of Cllr Ann Mear (Lincolnshire Independents) in December 2025. Our thoughts remain with her family and friends.
The result
Sandy took 45% of the vote — more than the Lincolnshire Independents, the Conservatives and the Greens combined. It means Reform UK now has two councillors on North Kesteven District Council, with Sandy joining Cllr Amelia Bailey.
Thank you, Westholme
A huge thank you to everyone in Sleaford Westholme who voted for Sandy — and to every volunteer who delivered leaflets and knocked on doors. Just eight days after Quarrington, Sleaford has backed Reform UK again.
