LONG-STANDING Tavistock councillor Alison Clish-Green has been elected as Mayor of West Devon for the forthcoming year.

It is the second term as mayor for Cllr Clish-Green who represents the Tavistock South West ward on West Devon Borough Council. She took the role 12 years ago in 1997/98.

She told councillors: "I feel very proud and honoured to be elected."

Councillor Ted Sherrell, who put her name forward, said: "She is a lady of vision, determination and positivity who is dedicated to the service of our community."

Cllr Clish-Green has chosen two charities to support during her year in office – the Alzheimer's Society and Dartmoor Rescue Group.

The role of Mayoress and Mayor's consort will be shared between her daughter, Kirstie, and partner David Rogers OBE.