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CLAINES was, for quite a long time, a stronghold for the Liberal Democrats come election time before the Conservatives began a surge that culminated in the ward completely flipping to Tory. Conservative James Stanley, who won one of the three positions representing the city-edge ward by 237 votes in 2016, has passed on his chance to stand for re-election in Claines and instead will be fighting in Gorse Hill where is hoping to bag a place on both Worcester City Council and Worcestershire County Council at the expense of Labour. The interesting move means there is now a chance for a new face to represent Claines on the city council.
What do people in the Valleys think of Plaid Cymru s focus on independence?
Plaid s leader Adam Price has made independence a core part of his party s message - but will it help the party keep hold of its supporters in the Valleys?
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By Lauren Hirst
image captionMembers of the public have been speaking about the issues that matter to them
Nine candidates are battling it out to be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester. With voters going to the polls on 6 May, we have spoken to people to find out what their key concerns are ahead of the forthcoming election.
A panel of viewers were given the opportunity to put their questions to five of the candidates about the issues that matter most to them.
From restoring confidence in policing to tackling climate change, they explain what they think the region s next mayor needs to do as they step up to one of the most powerful roles outside of Westminster .
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