Changes in government regulations are leading to more power moving to local authorities. This has opened up a position for a single village official to represent the interests of both Lower and Upper Puckering. The new position will be an elected one with the election to take place in June. Though no candidates have officially stated they are running, village stalwart Nigel Morcombe is said to be in the race. It is thought he may have opposition in newcomer Colonel Bratherton.