RESIDENTS in the Torridge District have just over a week left to share their thoughts on the workings of the district council.

A consultation on the workings of the council has been open to the public for the last few weeks, and the survey closes on Friday, February 28.

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.'

The survey is available online at http://www.torridge.gov.uk/consultations">www.torridge.gov.uk/consultations with hard copies available at each of the council's offices.