Totnes Town Council has had confirmation from South Hams District Council that a by-election will be held on June 20 to find a new town councillor to represent Totnes Town Ward.

Two candidates have been nominated for the role.

A polling station at Totnes Civic Hall will be open from 7am to 10pm so residents in Totnes Town Ward can cast their vote.

Three nominations have been received for co-option as a councillor to the Bridgetown Ward.

Town Councillors will review the applications and make an appointment at the Full Council meeting on June 10.

The Council is made up of 16 Councillors – 10 representing Totnes Town and six representing Totnes Bridgetown.

The Council meet once a month at 6.30pm, in the Guildhall, Totnes to agree policy and to debate issues. with additional committee meetings held throughout the year.

It approves or amends the recommendations made by different Council committees and working groups.