THE institution and induction of the new Team Rector for Launceston, the Rev Jane Everitt (pictured right), took place at St Mary Magdalene Church, Launceston, on Friday, March 14.

The institution was officiated by the Rt Rev Tim Thornton, Bishop of Truro, and the induction by Ven Audrey Elkington, Archdeacon of Bodmin.

Attending the service were notable officials and members of the public, including Launceston mayor Cllr David Gordon, the vice-chair of Cornwall Council Cllr Ann Kerridge, representatives from Churches together, Anglican colleagues from nearby parishes within the Trigg Major Deanery, and representatives of local schools and groups.

For the full report, and a round-up of the area news and sport, see this week's edition of the Post.