THE Liberal Democrats have held on to a seat in Glastonbury after a by-election yesterday (October 23).

Lib Dem Ewan Cameron topped a poll for a new Somerset Council member to represent the town, following the passing of long-serving representative, Nick Cottle.

Count announcements said Mr Cameron received 882 votes (36.4%) to come out on top, seeing off challenges from Conservative and Reform UK candidates, as well as former Glastonbury mayor, Jon Cousins, who stood for the Green Party.

The result from the Glastonbury election for Somerset Council was:

• Ewan Cameron – Liberal Democrats: 882
• Henry Warne – Reform UK: 523
• Lilli Osborn – Conservatives: 506
• Jon Cousins – Green Party: 480
• Gregory Chambers – Labour: 35

Speaking after the result was announced, MP Sarah Dyke (Lib Dem, Glastonbury & Somerton) said it was a “fantastic” result.

“Many congratulations to Councillor Ewan Cameron,” she added.

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