A 28-year-old man from Bridgwater has been charged in connection with the assault of a six month old boy in the town.

Benjamin Pople, 28, of Bath Road, Bridgwater has been charged with GBH.

He will appear before Taunton Magistrates' Court this morning.

The 22 year old woman also arrested in connection with this incident has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

The baby remains in a serious condition in hospital.