The Lib Dems
Councillor Tom Gordon, who won that seat and has been co-ordinating the party's local campaign, suggested electing more Liberal Democrats to the council chamber would ensure voters' voices were heard.
Coun Gordon said: "The Conservatives are an ineffective opposition. The only party that’s consistently held our Labour council to account over the last two years has been myself.
The Liberal Democrats are contesting seven seats.
"I said at the
"Whether it be consistently campaigning for local services, or trying to make the council more accountable and transparent, I’ve been the only voice that’s fighting for you - the residents.