Independents for Frome (IfF) are welcoming Lyndsey Mayhew to Frome Town Council (FTC), following a by-election in Market Ward on 9th October, which saw her gain 55% of the vote. The result means Frome retains its status as a fully independent council and a new ‘watershed moment’: women now make up a majority of town councillors in Frome for the first time.
Lyndsey said: “I’ve lived in Somerset for my whole life and moved to Frome in 2019 because I fell in love with the town, particularly its strong sense of community. I’m excited to deepen my involvement in the town, serve our wonderful community and ensure that everyone in the town feels heard. Thank you so much to everyone who voted for me on 9th October and to my colleagues within Independents for Frome for their support. I’m looking forward to getting started!”
Lyndsey’s career began as a local news reporter, and has worked in a variety of communications, engagement and event roles, as well as volunteering for charity Active and in Touch and co-founding pop-up pay-what-you-can restaurant Canteen. She also worked as an Independent Visitor for young people in care in Somerset for 14 years . She recently launched ‘Hello Frome’ a new show and podcast on Frome FM, showcasing the ‘human spirit’ of Frome through interviews and personal stories with local people.
Chair and Leader of Frome Town Council Fiona Barrows said: “I’m so thrilled that Lyndsey was elected last night, not just because she was the Independents for Frome candidate but because I know she will be a great asset to our team of councillors. She’s thoughtful, articulate and empathetic, and has so much energy and drive to make a difference. She will do a great job of representing Market Ward alongside Mark Dorrington.
I’m particularly pleased as this marks the first time in history Frome Town Council has more female councillors than male. This is a real watershed moment that very few councils reach. It is so important to our democracy that our local councils reflect the diversity of voices and experiences in our community, and that the route to being a councillor is genuinely open to everyone. I look forward to welcoming Lyndsey at her first council meeting on October 29th.”
The next meeting of Frome Town Council, and Lyndsey Mayhew’s first, takes place on Wednesday 29 October at 7pm – all welcome. Find out more and view the agenda at bit.ly/council-29-Oct-2025.
