Michael has a new commissioner.
In yesterday’s by-election retired professional Peter Hayes gained 187 votes to secure the vacant seat.
David Goldsmith, the only other candidate, polled 136 votes.
Mr Hayes will serve a two and half year term until the next local authority elections.
The election was called following the resignation of Sarah-Jane Bassett last month.
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