The local elections took place on Thursday 5th May.

Although Tandridge District Council remained in Conservative control, the biggest surprise of the night was the success of Jackie Wren, an independent candidate representing the Oxted and Limpsfield Residents’ Group.

She gained a seat in the Oxted North and Tandridge Ward from Conservative candidate and Leader of the Council, Gordon Keymer who had held the seat for 28 years.

Tracey Franklin met up with the new Councillor, Jackie Wren who described the atmosphere on election night.