LOWTON families are being offered the chance to form a self-help group.

Following talks between Wigan and Leigh Housing's Tenants and Residents' Participation Team and Golborne Councillor Peter Franzen a meeting will be held at 7pm on June 10 at Lowton Civic Hall to discuss starting a residents' group.

Cllrs Franzen and Peter Solinas hope the move will give the community some control over matters which affect their lives.

Cllr Franzen said: "Minor problems could be sorted out by members in their own community group which would run itself, and they could then come to councillors for any support needed. We hope it will generate some community spirit. Everyone is welcome to attend."