Political make-up after this vote
| Party | Number of councillors |
|---|---|
| Labour | 44 Councillors |
| Conservative | 12 Councillors |
| Liberal Democrats | 4 Councillors |
Riverside (by-election)
| Candidate | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Wendy Lott | Labour Party | 1,067 |
| Barbara Ellen Stevens | Conservative Party | 179 |
Labour HoldĀ - Majority: 888