AN election to fill a vacancy on Teignbridge District Council (TDC) will take place in October, the council have announced.

The by-election to fill the current vacancy in Kenn Valley ward will take place on Thursday, October 9.

If you wish to stand as a candidate at this election, you can request a nomination pack by contacting [email protected].

If you require a paper copy of the nomination pack, please clearly state this and remember to include your postal address so that we can post it to you.

Completed nominations should be delivered to the Returning Officer at Forde House on any working day between the hours of 10am and 4pm from Friday, September 5 to Friday, September 12.

Completed nominations must be delivered by hand by the candidate/agent, or by someone they trust.

To make an appointment to deliver a nomination, email the Elections Team or call 01626 215104.

For further information on standing for election and the election process, visit the Electoral Commission website.