DARTMOOR National Park Authority has commissioned a market research company to carry out a telephone survey of Dartmoor residents this spring, to gather information which will help shape the work of the national park authority.

The aim of the telephone survey, which will be undertaken between now and April 13, is to ascertain residents’ level of awareness of Dartmoor National Park Authority and their understanding of and satisfaction with the work carried out by the authority.

The ten-minute survey will also look at how well the authority communicates and engages with the residents of the national park, their views about living in the national park and opinions on future priorities for the authority.

The last survey was conducted in 2013 with the intention of repeating the process periodically. It provided some very positive messages in respect of understanding the role of the authority, achievement of its two purposes and satisfaction with the services provided.

The authority believes it is important to carry out repeat surveys in order to determine continued levels of satisfaction and confirm how best to keep local residents informed and involved in the work of the national park authority.