The comments from Jim Parker in his column Parker's Pen (Monday, June 16) follow William Learned Marcy's saying: 'To the victor the spoils...'.

The outcome of the Brixham poll has been reduced to 'thumbs up' or 'thumbs down', as if in the gladiatorial arena. Cllr Chris Lewis is happy now to forge ahead with renewed vigour, trailing all in his wake, claiming affirmation for all of the decisions taken so far.

The article amply demonstrates why polls are required and also why equally careful analysis of the results should be undertaken.

The voting was quite dramatic. The decisive outcomes being ...

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