[8] The results were also reported as being a sign that the Conservatives could gain the parliamentary constituency at the next general election from Health Concern's Richard Taylor.
[10] A by-election was held in Lickhill on 10 September 2009 after the death of Health Concern councillor Jill Fairbrother-Millis.
[12] The seat was held for Health Concern by Jim Parish with a majority of 131 votes over Conservative Chris Rogers.
[12] A by-election was held in Areley Kings on 10 December 2009 after the death of Conservative councillor Mike Partridge.
[13][14] The seat was gained for Labour by James Shaw with a majority of 123 votes over Health Concern candidate Gary Talbot.