There will be a by-election in the Ross North Ward on Thursday, February 25th after Conservative Councillor John Gasston was relieved of his duties for non-attendance last year.

The Lib Dems and the Conservatives have both told the Ross Gazette that they will be fielding candidates. In a surprise move, Labour supporters in the North Ward have said that they are also intending to field a candidate. They have to choose between two people who have come forward to stand.

Completed nomination papers must be handed to the Returning Office at Herefordshire Council by 4pm on Friday, January 29th. Details of the candidates representing each party, and any independent Councillors will be made known then.