Craig Parker, who is returning to Bury Town at least until the end of the season

BURY Town have signed Craig Parker until at least the end of the season and Adam Tann on loan for a third month.

Parker, who spent three months on loan at the Ryman League Premier Division club earlier this season, cancelled his contract with Chelmsford City by mutual consent a week ago.

The former Needham Market midfielder has been looking to get fixed up with a new club since then and a return to Ram Meadow - Parker lives close to the ground - always looked a likely option.

Tann, meanwhile, has extended his loan deal from Chelmsford City for a third month.

The news is a double boost for Bury, who are slipping behind in their bid for a play-off spot for a third season running following four successive league defeats.