HERE are the first pictures of Maldon Town's new Mayoral party, released by the Town Hall today (Thursday, 6 May).

Councillor David Ogg was elected Mayor at the Town Council's Annual Meeting on Tuesday.

In a statement the new Mayor said: "The role of Town Mayor in Maldon goes back to 1687 and it is indeed an

honour for me to be a part of that great heritage. Not only is the Town Mayor the figurehead of the Town Council, but of the town also.

"I have lived with my family and worked in the town for many years, so I know what a great town Maldon is. It will be my privilege to support the good works of many local people which preserve the economic, cultural, and social well-being of the town.

"As we all come through these testing times, I will be supporting local charities including the Sea-Change Sailing Trust and Churches Together by holding fund raising events within the town as circumstances permit and the threat from Covid-19 recedes.

"Maldon Town Council will work tirelessly during this civic year for the benefit of local residents and businesses and I look forward to seeing people out and about again enjoying everything that the town has to offer."