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Michael Harriott, Labour Party, was elected to North Somerset Council.
The number of votes cast for each candidate was:
| Candidate | Description | Number of votes cast |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Blades | The Conservative Party Candidate | 224 |
| Louise Branson | Reform UK | 334 |
| Jude Ragon Chambers | Liberal Democrats | 100 |
| Michael Harriott | Labour Party | 350 elected |
| Dave Skinner | Green Party | 197 |
| Rejected ballot papers | 4 |
Turnout was 36.39 per cent of the eligible electorate.
As a result of the election, the political balance of the council remains the same:
- Conservative Party and Independents Group - 15
- Liberal Democrats and Independents Group - 12
- Labour Group - 10
- Green Group - 8
- Portishead Independent Group - 4
- Independent councillors of no political group - 1
There is no change in the political control of the council, with no single political party or group having overall control.
This by-election was held following the resignation of the previous Clevedon South ward councillor.
The next local elections in North Somerset will take place in May 2027, for all 50 seats on the council.