HOUSING and benefit drop-in sessions are being held for residents in the Sudell and central Darwen area in the New Year.

People are welcome to discuss any issues with staff from Sure Start, who are running the scheme. The first session takes place at Sudellside Community Centre, 8.45 to 9.45am, and continues every fortnight from then. For more details, call Suzanne, Yvonne or Vicky at Sure Start on 761044.

Sure Start is a government-funded initiative for families with children under four in Sudell and central Darwen. It aims to give pre-school children a flying start by providing a wide range of family and community support services.