The new officers representing the ‘voluntary party’ are named.
But, as ever, most members won’t have known there was an election on – or had a vote on who will “lead the Voluntary Party”.
Yesterday evening’s decision comes in the wake of the row over the application of Nick Timothy for the seat – and his removal from the candidates’ list.
Will it be re-run under the pre-election rules that give more powers to CCHQ?
The shortlist includes two councillors, a former Association Chairman, and a twice-experienced Parliamentary candidate.