RESIDENTS in Rossendale are being encouraged to put forward their ideas a new housing strategy.

Consultation carried out by Rossendale Borough Council will consist of fact sheets, presentations and a questionnaire survey to obtain peoples views.

Gary Parsons, housing research and strategy officer, said: "The housing strategy is extremely important and it is essential that as many opinions are received as possible through the consultation events.

"This will enable the final strategy to reflect what the public see as their priorities for housing within Rossendale."

The consultation events are as yet to be arranged but are planned to take place in the forthcoming weeks. Future dates will be published.

For a questionnaire or further information on the housing strategy contact Gary Parsons, housing market renewal & strategy unit, Rawtenstall Town Hall.