New Green councillor says party is 'force to be recognised'published at 04:15 British Summer Time 5 May 2017
One of Somerset County Council's two new Green councillors - Martin Dimery - says his election proves the party is "a force to be recognised".
Mr Dimery, who was elected alongside colleague John Clarke, says his campaign in Frome was fought "very much" on local issues.
He also warns that Green candidates should not always have to roll over for Lib Dem colleagues in suggested progressive alliances with other parties.