Political Control
Since the first election to the council in 1973 political control of the council has been held by the following parties:
| Party in control | Years |
|---|---|
| Independent | 1973 - 1995 |
| Liberal Democrats | 1995 - 1999 |
| No overall control | 1999 - present |
Read more about this topic: Mid Devon Local Elections
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