LAUNCESTON South ward is set to see a new face around town after its former councillor was beaten to the post in today’s election.

Former Tory rebel turned independent councillor, John Conway has been out voted by Liberal Democrat councillor Damon Dennis.

Cllr Conway recently made the news for his protests surrounding Spaceport Cornwall, however, it will be Mr Dennis who is now fighting Launceston’s corner down in Truro.

The ward was closely contested with all three candidates receiving a largely even share of the votes.

However, Mr Dennis beat Mr Conway by only 65 votes.

Full results as follows: