Tributes at first meeting since councillor died

TRIBUTES have been paid to Frank Letch at the first full meeting of Mid Devon District Council since his death earlier this month.

- by BRADLEY GERRARD Local Democracy Reporter

Several councillors spoke in memory of Cllr Letch, who as the council’s chairman would have led the meeting. He was remembered predominantly for his willingness to help others and his ability to overcome adversity to achieve so much.

Leader Luke Taylor (Liberal Democrat, Bradninch) remembered being elected in 2015 alongside him.

“I went to many induction sessions with Frank and he was always the centre of attention, always warm and welcoming,” he said. “He was a loyal servant to Crediton, serving as mayor for 13 years in a town that meant so much to him.”

Cllr Taylor noted that he “loved the pomp and ceremony” of being mayor and chair of the council.