Sheffield City Council elections: Two biggest parties vying for majority in East Ecclesfield
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East Ecclesfield, at the northern edge of Sheffield, currently has two LibDems and one Labour councillor. It’s one of the outlying areas of the city which additionally has a parish council, also covering its twin ward of West Ecclesfield. The LibDems would of course love it to go all-gold, with Labour vying to increase their hold locally. The Green candidate is familiar with public transport issues that dominate this election. Bridget Kelly is back for Labour, having stood for election last...

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