Voting under way in Brixham by-election

A by-election will take place in the Furzeham with Summercombe ward of Brixham Town Council today, Thursday 26 March 2026.

Three candidates are standing in the election: Roger Ball for the Conservative Party, Conor Fidgeon for the Liberal Democrats, and Frances Johanne Robinson, standing as an independent.

The vote follows a previous election held on 29 January 2026, where Reform UK candidate Darryl Sparkes was elected with 772 votes, ahead of Liberal Democrat Conor Fidgeon with 751.

Conservative candidate Roger Ball has urged residents to take part in the vote, saying: “Today is a big day for Brixham and especially Furzeham with Summercombe. Please use your vote. Remember to take your ID with you.

“It would be an honour if you put your cross next to my name.”

He said his priorities include improving access to affordable housing while protecting green spaces, delivering a new central car park, and pushing for progress on the long-discussed northern arm project to protect Brixham harbour.

Liberal Democrat candidate Conor Fidgeon is campaigning on a three-point plan focused on housing, the town centre and the harbour.

A spokesperson for the Torbay Liberal Democrats said: “Conor is the clear Liberal Democrat challenger ready to stop the Conservatives and deliver real change for Brixham in the Town Council election on March 26th.”

They added: “Your vote for Conor Fidgeon will help him win on March 26th. Let's get a champion for Brixham!”

Independent candidate Frances Johanne Robinson has more than 30 years’ experience working within local government and is an active member of the Brixham community.

She has been involved in opposing local developments, including raising concerns about the Monksbridge and Mathill proposals, and has previously encouraged residents to engage with planning consultations affecting the Brixham conservation area.

Residents voting in the by-election are reminded to bring valid photo ID to the polling station.