AN independent fostering agency is looking to recruit new foster carers in Okehampton.

In October, Regional Foster Placements and the Fostering Network are celebrating the outstanding achievements children contribute within a fostering family.

The annual celebration offers foster carers and their own birth children activities in and around their local area to show appreciation for their contribution to Regional Foster Placements.

As part of the celebrations, RFP is looking to recruit potential carers. There is a shortage of 9,000 foster carers in the UK. To find out more, call 08000 191165 or visit http://www.regionalfosterplacements.co.uk">www.regionalfosterplacements.co.uk