THE candidates for the Winwick Parish Council by-election have been revealed.

Two hopefuls will battle it out at the election next month for the position after a independent parish councillor stepped down.

Cllr Cathy Mitchell (Burtonwood and Westbrook - LAB) is up against UKIP's Mal Lingley in the election that will take place on October 13.

Burtonwood resident Cllr Mitchell, who chairs the Winwick Carnival Committee and is a former barrister, will contest the vacancy for the Labour Party.

She said she has been proud to represent Winwick at the Town Hall and 'would be honoured' if residents gave her the opportunity to be their voice on the parish council too.

She added: “If I am elected, I will make sure residents throughout Winwick have a strong, committed representative on the parish council to take forward Labour’s commitments.

"Whether it is issues such as traffic calming and road safety, or significant planning applications like Peel Hall, I will make sure that Winwick’s voice is heard.

“At this by-election, I will also be putting my commitment to securing the future of Winwick Carnival front and centre."

A spokesman from Warrington North Labour Party added: “Cathy has a strong track record of representing people in Winwick.

"Since her election, she has been a tireless advocate for people throughout the communities she represents. She will be a sound choice for local people at this important by-election on October 13th.”

UKIP were contacted for a comment but have yet to respond.