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Mayor Collapses, Dies After Council Speech
24 Sep
Summary
- A former mayor tragically passed away after a speech.
- The incident occurred during a meeting of 'Britain's craziest council'.
- He had been pleading for a way forward amid council turmoil.
A former mayor, Peter Neal, aged 68, died on Monday shortly after collapsing during a council meeting. He had been addressing the Attleborough town council in Norfolk, a body described as "Britain's craziest council."
Neal's final words were a plea for the council to "find a way forward" amidst years of reported turmoil. His collapse and subsequent death occurred moments after concluding his speech.
The incident underscores the long-standing difficulties and instability that have plagued the local governing body. The exact cause of his death is yet to be determined.