ONE of the newest members of Honiton Town Council has resigned. Jeff Ayres resignation, tendered last month, was accepted by the council at a meeting on Monday.

ONE of the newest members of Honiton Town Council has resigned.

Jeff Ayres' resignation, tendered last month, was accepted by the council at a meeting on Monday.

No reason was given for Mr Ayres' decision to stand down.

Councillors said they hoped an election would now take place to fill the vacancy, in preference to a co-option.

Watch this space for election details.