Crowds gathered outside Aldeburgh’s town hall on Sunday to celebrate the making of the new mayor.

East Anglian Daily Times: Town Clerk Ruth Proctor, mayor John Digby and deputy mayor Jocelyn Bond outside the Moot Hall in Aldeburgh Picture: ROGER COLLIERTown Clerk Ruth Proctor, mayor John Digby and deputy mayor Jocelyn Bond outside the Moot Hall in Aldeburgh Picture: ROGER COLLIER (Image: Archant)

Following a civic procession to St Peter and St Paul Church and a service led by Reverend Mark Lowther, Aldeburgh’s new mayor John Digby spoke of his enormous pride at taking up the role for the third time.

He said: “It is an incredible honour to represent this beautiful and historic town.

“Standing on the steps of this magnificent building, I feel a huge sense of pride in what Aldeburgh achieves.”

He praised town councillors and the clerk for their dedication to Aldeburgh.

He said: “Believe me, that is a very impressive and effective team which works hard to make this town so special.”

Mr Digby also thanked his wife, Jenny, for her support.

He said: “Jenny has been by my side on many civic occasions and the role of mayor wouldn’t be half as much fun without her support, advice and humour.”