Disgraced Councillor Tom Hollis has been dismissed as the deputy leader of Ashfield District Council after he was convicted of harassing two former neighbours and careless driving. Hollis, 29, had vowed not to resign after he was found guilty at two separate trials earlier this week, saying he wanted to 'move on' with his life.
Hollis was removed from his responsibilities by Councillor Jason Zadrozny, leader of the council led by the Ashfield Independents. Councillor Zadrozny recognised the work of his former deputy, saying Hollis had been responsible for the construction of new council houses in the district, and that his commitment had never been in doubt.
But Councillor Zadrozny said Hollis' position had become "no longer tenable" after Hollis indicated to the authority his intention not to fully appeal his convictions. It represents a U-turn after Hollis told Nottinghamshire Live outside the courtroom he did intend to appeal.
