Local election results 4 May 2017 – Ward 4 Castle Douglas and Crocketford
3 councillors have been elected in Ward 4 of Dumfries and Galloway Council to represent Castle Douglas and Crocketford.
Overall result
3 councillors elected:
- Iain Howie (Independent)
- David James (Scottish Conservative and Unionist)
- John Lachlan Young (Scottish National Party)
Detailed results
The percentage poll was 50.6%. There were 3,761 valid ballot papers and 41 rejected ballot papers.
The quota of votes for a candidate to be elected was 941.
The first preference votes received by each of the candidates and the stage at which any candidate was elected is:
| Candidate | Description (if any) | First preference votes | Stage of election |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iain Howie | Independent | 901 | 2 |
| David James | Scottish Conservative and Unionist | 1,346 | 1 |
| Lucy McKie | Scottish Labour Party | 264 | 0 |
| George Prentice | Independent | 365 | 0 |
| Paul John Taylorson | Scottish Green Party | 129 | 0 |
| John Lachlan Young | Scottish National Party (SNP) | 756 | 6 |