BUS services in Somerset have been cancelled this morning due to a 'staffing shortfall'.

The Buses of Somerset travel company says the 6.45am number 21 service from Bridgwater to Taunton will not run.

The 7.35am from Taunton to Burnham, and the 9.06 from Burnham to Bridgwater will also NOT run this morning.  

"We are actively recruiting full and part time drivers," said a Buses of Somerset spokesperson.

"We apologise for the inconvenience caused."