Kingswood by-election: Who can you vote for?

Conservative Chris Skidmore quit his role as MP over his government's energy policy

The Kingswood by-election is taking place on 15 February - and the full candidate list has been announced.

The by-election is taking place after the resignation of Conservative Chris Skidmore. He quit over the government's energy plans.

Sam Bromiley will be standing as the Conservative candidate, while Damien Egen will stand for Labour.

Other candidates announced for the Bristol seat include Lorraine Francis for the Green Party.

A full list of candidates - and videos from some - is below.

Sam Bromiley: Conservative Party

"What we need is someone local, who can stand up for local values," Mr Bromiley said.

He added he wanted extra protection for the green belt and more support for local businesses.

Andrew Brown: Liberal Democrats

Andrew Brown says he is focused on "delivering" for the NHS and cleaning up the environment.

"I'm offering a different way of doing things," he said.

Damien Egan: Labour Party

Mr Egan highlighted the cost-of-living crisis, being able to get a dentist and said a government that cares about local issues was needed.

He said he wanted to make a "difference for all our communities across the constituency".

Lorraine Francis: Green Party

"People are using food banks. So what we want is for there to be a fairer and more just system," Ms Francis said.

She highlighted poverty, climate change and social justice as key issues.

Rupert Lowe: Reform Party

Mr Lowe highlighted a need for tax reduction, reforming the political system.

"Too many councils are more intent on dealing with diversity and inclusion than delivering a service for constituents - the whole thing needs reviewing," he said.

Nicholas Wood: UKIP

Nicholas Wood is standing for UKIP. He declined to give the BBC an interview.