TORRIDGE District Council is asking residents of the district to contact them regarding how they can improve their services.

In a review of all the council's work, they are asking people how they access the council's services and how they can make things better. Responses will be used to help the council better understand the demands of the customer and devise a plan to modify and improve the way in which they meet their needs.

Council leader Philip Collins said: 'Government cuts are forcing local authorities to change the way in which they work, and Torridge is no exception. 

'We're currently reviewing all of our services and part of the process is asking people what they think, and how we can improve our services to them.

'As a starter, we're asking people when, where, and why they come into council offices.

'We're committed to providing an excellent customer experience and our aim is to get it right first time, every time, on time, for everyone.'

Head of paid service Jenny Wallace said: 'We are also interested in how you feel about using new technologies such as the internet and our website.

'You don't have to tell us your name but by providing this data you will assist us in understanding what matters to you, our customers, so that we can try to adapt any future changes with these needs in mind.'

The survey closes on Tuesday, February 28 and is on the council's website at http://www.Torridge.gov.uk/consultations">www.Torridge.gov.uk/consultations

Hard copies are available at each of the council's offices.