Rossendale Borough Council's 2024 Residents Survey has seen a record response.

The council received 5,688 responses, almost five times the 1,158 responses received in 2023.

The survey opened throughout October and aimed to gather residents' insights on various services and community issues.

Council leader, Councillor Alyson Barnes, said: "We’d like to thank everyone who participated.

"This increased engagement reflects a shared commitment between the council and local people in making Rossendale a thriving place to live, work, and visit."

The council will now review the survey responses to help shape the new Valley Plan, 'Our Place, Our Plan'.

This updated plan will build on the current Valley Plan 2021-2025 and will set out the council’s main priorities for Rossendale for the next four years, focusing on the issues that 'matter most to local residents'.

Rossendale Borough Council chief executive, Rob Huntington, added: "Engagement from our community is crucial as we work to develop policies and initiatives that truly reflect what matters most to Rossendale’s residents.

"The level of response to this survey shows a clear desire to be involved in shaping the future of our borough, and we are committed to listening and responding to our community."