New local Lib Dem leader

Devon County Councillor Alan Connett will take over as Leader of the  Liberal Democrat group on Devon County Council from Monday 2 December. 

Cllr Connett has been a member of the County Council since 2008, where he represents the Exminster and Kenton electoral division.

Former leader Councillor Des Hannon has stepped aside having been appointed to a full time role in the private sector.

Cllr Hannon will continue to represent Tiverton East and maintain his membership of council committees.