A by election has been called in the West Somerset Council ward of Dunster and Timberscombe Taunton, following the resignation of Cllr Bryan Leaker.

If contested, the poll will take place on Thursday, March 23.

Nomination papers must be delivered to the Returning Officer, West Somerset House, Killick Way, Williton TA4 4QA  no later than 4pm on Friday, February 24.

Postal vote applications must be made to the Electoral Registration Officer at West Somerset House, Killick Way, Williton, by 5pm on Wednesday, March 8 while proxy vote applications must reach the Electoral Registration Officer by 5pm on Wednesday, March 15.