VILLAGERS are being invited to put themselves forward for a neighbourhood plan steering group.

Barnton Parish Council is looking to set in motion the process leading to the provision of a neighbourhood plan for the village.

“We are looking for 12 volunteers to form a steering group,” said parish council chairman councillor Dilys Hooper.

“A neighbourhood plan gives the community a voice for future planning, and can take two to three years to complete.

“Therefore volunteers need to be time committed, motivated and have some knowledge and interest of planning issues and management.

“We are especially keen to recruit someone with experience in the field to head the steering group.”

Barnton Parish Council can offer meeting facilities, information and advice, and if anyone has some spare time and would like more information about the steering group call parish clerk Toni Critchlow on 07849 344940 or email barntonpc@gmail.com