THE 60 seats on Tendring Council are also up for grabs when the nation goes to the polls on May 7.
We asked local party leaders to tell us why YOU should vote for THEM.
Also find out who's standing where you live.
ONLY in today's Clacton, Frinton and Walton Gazette.
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