A second by-election within a few weeks is expected for a Bicester Town Council vacancy.

A by-election was held on October 10 for a west ward vacancy caused by the resignation of Stephen Mould due to work commitments.

Following the death of east ward councillor James Ballon September 27, a by-election will be called to fill the vacancy if 10 electors ask for one.

Russell Hurle retained the west ward seat for the Conservatives, who will be hoping to win the east ward seat.

The town council has 15 councillors. The Conservatives have 13 seats and Labour one, with one vacancy.