Former Independent North West Leicestershire District councillor Elliott Allman has crossed the floor to join the Conservative benches.

He will continue to represent the residents of Snibston North as a Conservative councillor.

Councillor Richard Blunt, Leader of North West Leicestershire District Council Conservatives said: "Elliott will be a positive addition to our Conservative Group, his joining us is a clear indication that this administration is here to represent all of the residents of North West Leicestershire.

"I'm very much looking forward to working with Elliott on our exciting plans to regenerate Coalville."

Councillor Allman, son of Ashby mayor Cllr Graham Allman, said: "As the sitting councillor for Snibston North, Coalville is my main priority.

"I feel that joining the Conservative party will benefit both the town and the decent, hard-working people who live here.

"It will allow me to have a greater voice in how our town progresses to a brighter future.

"I'm looking forward to working with the Conservative team and all of the dedicated councillors at the district council who are so passionate about Coalville's future.

"We are already seeing excellent results at Snibston Discovery Park and in the development of our new leisure centre; as well as the modernisation of the Belvoir Centre and Ashby Road.

"I am keen for these positive steps to continue in the right direction to benefit everyone in our local community."