A consultation for Paulton residents on village library services has been delayed by the Parish Council, as it waits for further talks with B&NES, which should include how much running the service is likely to cost.

A spokesperson for Paulton Parish Council said: “Due to the current uncertainty in B&NES library services resulting from the recent call-in, Paulton Parish Council feel unable to issue a consultation document at this time.

“Further talks with B&NES Council and Paulton Parish Council are planned for the New Year. Based on those discussions, a consultation document will be distributed to residents.”