A former Stafford Mayor, described as "wise" and "caring" by colleagues, has died.

Cllr Angela Loughran, who became Mayor in 2013, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday 27 April.

Earlier this week, the Leader of Stafford Borough Council, Aidan Godfrey, led a tribute to Cllr Loughran.

After being elected as a councillor in 1997, Cllr Loughran represented Manor Ward in Stafford, chairing several committees.

Cllr Godfrey described her as a "friend and colleague" who would be sadly missed.

He continued: "We will all miss her wise counsel and her deep knowledge of all things Stafford Borough Council, but most of all we'll miss her kindness and helping hand.  

"As a councillor for nearly 30 years she has helped many people in difficult circumstances. 

"She also helped fellow councillors with her caring outlook and understanding of how things in local government work.  

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"She was a hardworking ward councillor, a very good chair and committee member, but most of all she was fair and stood up for what was right. 

"She was one of those unique people who everyone can relate to and respect." 

The flag above the civic centre in Stafford is flying at half-mast as a sign of respect.

Cllr Godfrey added "We all have her husband John and the rest of her family in our thoughts at this sad time."