A DATE has been set for the first meeting of the new Mistley Parish Council.

The meeting will be held on Monday, May 20 at 7.30pm in the Village Hall, Mistley.

During the meeting councillors will propose, consider and agree the chairman of the council to serve for the year.

The new chairman then signs a declaration of acceptance of office.

The vice chairman will also be agreed and will sign the declaration of acceptance of office.