Paul Rutter has been elected as the new Mayor for Chepstow.

Cllr Rutter replaces Henry Hodges, who has served as Mayor for the past three years.

For the full council report from last night's meeting, see next Wednesday's Beacon (23th May).

Pictured are new Mayor Paul Rutter and Town Clerk Sandra Bushell, presenting a gift to departing Mayor Henry Hodges (far left).