IF you have a proven skill at controlling the family budget and are the type to be creative in managing your money then West Devon Borough Council would like you to apply your Midas touch in helping to balance its budget – and direct their resources wisely.

All are being invited to share their ideas at a special 'Meeting the Budget Challenge' on November 28,  between 5pm and 7pm at the council's offices at Kilworthy Park, Tavistock, to get involved in shaping the council's budget and influence where it focuses its resources.

Cllr Philip Sanders, borough council member for strategies and resources, said: 'This is a great opportunity for the public to have their say about where we spend our resources in the local area and I would encourage as many as possible to get involved.

'Like everyone we are facing budget pressures this year. 

'We need to reduce our budget by £400,000 and we want the public to be more involved in shaping where we spend our limited resources in their local area.'

The sessions will be interactive and will explain the challenges the council faces before getting them involved in sharing their thoughts. 

An online version of the survey will be available from November 25 on http://www.westdevon.gov.uk/budgetconsultation">www.westdevon.gov.uk/budgetconsultation and the council encourages as many people as possible to complete the survey.