The leader of North Somerset Council's criticised the creation of a Police and Crime Commissioner - despite being chairman of a panel overseeing the role.

The Commissioner will set the priorities and budget of the Avon and Somerset Force - as well as hiring the chief constable.

But Nigel Ashton says 'it's too much power in one person's hands' ... and that November's public election will be 'based on popularity'.

Policing Minister Damien Green says he disagrees - insisting the power is being put 'into the hands of the people'.