HISTORY looks set to be made when Barrow voters go to the polls in two crunch by-elections on May 6.
The ballots in Hindpool and Roosecote could signal the end of a political era because ongoing plans to reform local authorities could potentially result in the re-drawing of electoral wards.
It will also be the first time local voters will plump for their favoured candidates during a global pandemic.
Former Barrow council housing officer Joanne Tyson is standing in the traditional Labour stronghold of Hindpool. Mrs Tyson said: “We need councillors who will actively work within our community and not just vote on town hall committees.