A COUNCIL watchdog has called on residents to come forward with ideas to improve the way the council works.

Councillors on Hyndburn Borough Council's overview & scrutiny committees are drawing up a list of topics to keep a check on the quality of council services over the coming year.

And they want the people of Hyndburn to contact them so they can ensure the council gets its decisions and policies right.

The topic could be something which the council is responsible for, or a more general issue affecting the area and the quality of life.

Suggestions for topics should be sent to Helen Linsley, overview & scrutiny officer, at helen.linsley@hyndburnbc.gov.uk or on 01254 380129.